SPONGE, SURGICAL

The contract specifies the procurement of surgical sponges, specifically Curity gauze sponges measuring 4x4 inches with 8 plies, packaged in quantities of ten per soft pouch, with each case containing 1600 sponges, all sterile. The unit of issue is a package of 1600, and the item is identified by NSN 6510-01-603-3140. The sponges must have a non-extendable shelf life of 60 months, with no more than nine months elapsed between the date of manufacture and the date of delivery to the government. Labeling must include the manufacturer’s date, expiration or retest date, contract number, and lot number, fully compliant with the latest revision of MMS-1A, which supersedes MIL-STD-129 for medical items. Packaging must adhere to DLA’s RP001 requirements for palletization and commercial shipping standards, with non-hazardous materials meeting ASTM D3951 unless overridden by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. Barcoding must conform to modern DoD standards, including 2D Data Matrix codes for traceability. Delivery is required within 20 days after order to Fort Hood, Texas, under FOB Destination terms, meaning the contractor retains risk and cost until delivery. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination by the government, governed by FAR 52.246-2. The contract mandates compliance with multiple regulatory and quality standards, including hazardous material labeling per 29 CFR 1910.1200, and inclusion of Safety Data Sheets prior to award. The solicitation number is SPE2DS-26-T-076C, issued on May 14, 2026, with a response deadline of May 20, 2026, and bids must be submitted through the DLA Internet Bid Board System. The contract incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering equal opportunity, combating human trafficking, employment eligibility verification, sustainable products, hazardous material identification, authorization and consent, unenforceability of unauthorized obligations, accelerated payments to small business subcontractors, and disclosure of information. Offerors must provide a Unique Entity Identifier and CAGE code, represent their small business status and socioeconomic certifications, and disclose any covered defense telecommunications equipment or services with full OEM and subcontractor information. The contracting officer’s representative and payment