Shelf-Life Management and Inventory Control

The contract mandates the implementation of a comprehensive shelf-life control program specifically for Type I items that have a strict 24-month non-extendable shelf life. This requires precise tracking of inventory lot numbers, dates of manufacture and receipt, and active rotation practices to ensure first-in-first-out principles are rigorously followed. The program must include systems and procedures designed to identify and remove items before expiration, preventing the use or deployment of degraded materials that could compromise mission readiness or safety. All activities must be documented and auditable to maintain compliance with defense inventory standards. This subcontract, issued under the NAICS code 493190 by the Department of Defense through its Maritime Supply Chain division, is posted with a response deadline of August 19, 2026, and requires contractors to demonstrate proven capability in managing time-sensitive materiel within complex logistics environments. The performance location is not specified, indicating potential scope across multiple defense supply points or regional depots. Contractors are expected to integrate seamlessly with existing DoD inventory systems and deliver a scalable, reliable operational framework that eliminates shelf-life exceptions and ensures 100% traceability of affected items throughout their lifecycle.