SPONGE, SURGICAL

The contract pertains to the procurement of surgical tonsil sponges, specifically 1.5-inch diameter, single-ply sponges used for tonsillectomies and packing. These sponges feature a gauze cover with an attached string and include a radiopaque strip for medical safety. They are packaged in heat-sealed polyethylene bags, with each package containing 100 sponges. The contract requires compliance with specific technical and quality standards outlined in the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, with the controlling revision based on solicitation or award dates. Additional provisions include requirements for DLA packaging and the removal of government identification from non-accepted supplies. The solicitation requests a quantity of two packages, with a delivery timeframe of five days after order receipt. The procurement is conducted under the Department of Defense’s Medical Supply Chain, with performance taking place in Williamsburg. Bidders are instructed to specify the source and part number of the items proposed. The contract falls under NAICS code 339113, indicating surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing. The point of contact for this solicitation is Seth Tootell, and the procurement process is managed through the DLA's electronic bidding system.