SUTURE, NONABSORBABLE, SURGICAL

This solicitation, issued by DLA Troop Support under solicitation number SPE2DS-26-T-447V, is a Request for Quotations for the procurement of nonabsorbable surgical sutures. The specific requirement is for neuro silk suture, size 3-0, 18 inches in length, featuring a 5-strand braided black silk design with a single-armed, control release needle made of corrosion-resisting steel. These sutures are intended for gastro-intestinal and neurosurgery applications. The quantity requested is one box containing 24 units, with a required delivery period of 20 days to Hurlburt Field, Florida. The item is subject to a non-extendable shelf life of 60 months. The contract incorporates several critical regulatory and technical standards. Packaging must be commercial and compliant with ASTM D3951 and DLA packaging requirements, ensuring units are protected in sealed containers and shipped in suitable exterior containers. Marking must adhere to Medical Marking Standard No. 1, which supersedes MIL-STD-129. Compliance with the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program is required for quotes exceeding the micro-purchase threshold. Additionally, the contract includes various Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clauses covering topics such as combating trafficking in persons, hazardous material safety, cybersecurity requirements for safeguarding defense information, and electronic payment processing via the Wide Area Workflow system. Bidders are required to specify their source and part number and must submit quotes through the DIBBS system.