Shelf-Life Management & Inventory Control

The contract requires strict adherence to shelf-life and manufacturing timelines, mandating that all products delivered maintain a minimum of 18 months of remaining shelf life at the time of delivery and must have been manufactured no more than three months prior to shipment. This necessitates precise coordination between production scheduling and inventory management to ensure compliance, with no tolerance for deviations that could compromise product viability. The requirement is designed to guarantee the long-term usability and efficacy of medical supplies throughout their distribution lifecycle. The contract is issued under the NAICS code 424690 as a subcontract by the Department of Defense’s Medical Supply Chain Pharm FSA, with performance expected at Perry Point, Maryland, 21902. It was posted on July 28, 2026, and responses are due by August 5, 2026, indicating a rapid turnaround for procurement. The focus on inventory precision and manufacturing timing reflects a broader effort to maintain the integrity of medical stockpiles, ensuring readiness and minimizing waste from expired or near-expiry products in defense medical logistics.