SPONGE, LAPAROTOMY

This solicitation, issued by the DLA Troop Support Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF, is for the procurement of Laparotomy Sponges under NSN 6510-01-687-4030. The required supplies are X-ray detectable, RFD, 18x18, sterile, lint-free, and disposable, with a unit of issue consisting of a case of 200 each. The contract is a fixed-price agreement with a delivery requirement of 20 days after order, utilizing FOB Destination terms. Offerors must provide a complete data package including the manufacturer's name, part number, and item description. The procurement is subject to FDA Regulation 878.4014 Class I and must adhere to Medical Marking Standard No. 1, which supersedes MIL-STD-129. Packaging must be commercial and comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E at Packing Level B. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area Workflow system for electronic invoicing and payment. The contract incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program, safeguarding of covered defense information, and prohibitions on the use of covered defense telecommunications equipment.