TAPE, PROTECTIVE, PLASTIC

The contract is for the procurement of 6 rolls of protective plastic tape, identified as 3M Company part number 8562-48 with NSN 9390-01-390-8595, under a firm-fixed-price arrangement through the DLA Solicitation SPE8E5-26-T-3895. Each roll equals 36 yards and is classified as a critical application item requiring strict adherence to technical and quality standards outlined in the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which override any conflicting commercial standards. Packaging must comply with RP001 for palletization and MIL-STD-129 for labeling; if the material is deemed non-hazardous under FED-STD-313, it must be commercially packaged per ASTM D3951, otherwise it must follow TQ requirement IP025, and all hazardous materials require proper hazard communication labeling per 29 CFR 1910.1200. Delivery is FOB origin to the DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania with a delivery schedule of 167 days after the notice to proceed, and inspection and acceptance occur at the destination. The contract mandates compliance with cybersecurity requirements including safeguarding covered defense information per DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST SP 800-171, as well as prohibitions on the use of certain telecommunications equipment and handling of toxic substances. Offerors must submit electronic responses via DIBBS by August 17, 2026, and are required to complete all representations in Section K, including UEI and CAGE codes, small business status, and disclosures regarding covered defense equipment. No pricing data is provided in the solicitation, and payment will be processed through WAWF using an invoice and receiving report. Contractors must also comply with clauses covering employment eligibility, trafficking in persons, sustainable products, and accelerated payments to small business subcontractors, and are subject to post-award small business representation and whistleblower protections. All documentation, including Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous components, must be submitted prior to award, and failure to comply may result in rejection of the offer.