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NAICS Code· 424210

NAICS 424210: Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of biological and medical products; botanical drugs and herbs; and pharmaceutical products intended for internal and/or external consumption in such forms as ampoules, tablets, capsules, vials, ointments, powders, solutions, and suspensions. Illustrative Examples: Antibiotics merchant wholesalers Endocrine substances merchant wholesalers Blood derivatives merchant wholesalers In-vitro and in-vivo diagnostics merchant wholesalers Drugs merchant wholesalers Botanicals merchant wholesalers Vaccines merchant wholesalers Cosmetics merchant wholesalers Vitamins merchant wholesalers Veterinarians' medicines merchant wholesalers Cross-References.Show more

NAICS 424210 – Drugs and Druggists’ Sundries Merchant Wholesalers encompasses the wholesale distribution of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and related healthcare products to hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and government medical facilities. This sector serves as a critical link in the federal healthcare supply chain, enabling the procurement of prescription medications, over-the-counter therapeutics, medical devices, and ancillary items such as bandages, syringes, and diagnostic consumables.

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NAICS code 424210 covers Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of biological and medical products; botanical drugs and herbs; and pharmaceutical products intended for internal and/or external consumption in such forms as ampoules, tablets, capsules, vials, ointments, powders, solutions, and suspensions. Illustrative Examples: Antibiotics merchant wholesalers Endocrine substances merchant wholesalers Blood derivatives merchant wholesalers In-vitro and in-vivo diagnostics merchant wholesalers Drugs merchant wholesalers Botanicals merchant wholesalers Vaccines merchant wholesalers Cosmetics merchant wholesalers Vitamins merchant wholesalers Veterinarians' medicines merchant wholesalers Cross-References.

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NAICS: 424210
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SUNSCREEN PREPARATION
Solicitation # SPE2DP-27-T-0105
Solicitation SPE2DP-27-T-0105, issued by the DLA Troop Support Medical Supply Chain Pharm FSA, is for the procurement of sunscreen preparation, specifically the United Spirit of America Inc 5QCX2 P/N 3.0 BAS SUNS SPF50T (NSN 6505016579247). The required product is an over-the-counter topical sunscreen with SPF 50, containing 4.5% titanium dioxide and 4% zinc oxide. It must be hypoallergenic, oil-free, PABA-free, biodegradable, and water-resistant for 80 minutes. The unit of issue is a package of 24 three-ounce tubes. The product is FDA-regulated and has a non-extendable shelf life of 24 months, with a minimum of 21 months remaining upon receipt. Storage requirements are specified between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius in a cool, dry place. The contract requires delivery of two packages to the USS Porter DDG 78, with an original required delivery date of October 14, 2026, and a delivery timeline of 20 days after order. Shipping is FOB Destination. Packaging must be commercial, utilizing sealed unit containers and exterior shipping containers, with palletization adhering to RP001. Marking must comply with Medical Marking Standard No. 1, which supersedes MIL-STD-129. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination per FAR 52.246-2. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system for invoicing and payment. The solicitation is subject to the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program (DFARS 252.225-7001) and requires compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information. Quotations are due by October 19, 2026, and must include the bidder's contact information, manufacturer name, part number, and item description.
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NAICS: 424210
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TRICHLOROACETIC ACID
Solicitation # SPE2DP-26-T-4110
The contract is for the procurement of TRICHLOROACETIC ACID, ACS, 80%, in 15 mL units, identified by NSN 6505013637674 and part number 749887 from AMERISOURCEBERGEN DRUG CORP. The item is classified as a hazardous material under OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, requiring compliance with 29 C.F.R. 1910.1200, including submission of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and properly labeled containers aligned with the Globally Harmonized System, prior to contract award. The product has a non-extendable shelf life of 24 months and must be stored at room temperature between 59°F and 86°F (15°C–30°C). Packaging must conform to commercial standards, with each unit sealed in a container that prevents damage or breakage, and shipped in commercial exterior containers suitable for safe delivery at the lowest rate to the destination. All items must be marked in accordance with the Medical Marking Standard No. 1 (MMS No. 1), which supersedes MIL-STD-129 for medical acquisitions, and include required human-readable and barcoded information. Preservation and packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E. Delivery is required within five days of order receipt, with FOB destination terms placing all transportation risk and cost on the contractor. Inspection and acceptance occur at the delivery destination, performed by the Government under FAR 52.246-2. The contract includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses governing equal opportunity, combating trafficking, employment eligibility verification, sustainable products, safeguarding covered defense information, cybersecurity incident reporting, hazardous material handling, whistleblower rights, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment. The contracting officer must ensure the supplier has registered in SAM and provided a Unique Entity ID, and offerors must self-certify their size status and any applicable small business or socioeconomic status. Invoicing is exclusively through WAWF using the invoice and receiving report combo. The solicitation issued on July 14, 2026, with responses due by July 20, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Defense's Medical Supply Chain Pharm FSA.
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