MIL-STD-2073.pdf

This is an informational guide for packaging and marking requirements in Department of Defense (DoD) contracts and solicitations, published by the Defense Contract Management Agency in March 2014. The guide is not officially adopted by DoD but serves as an instructional reference for familiarization purposes only and does not replace contractual requirements, specifications, or regulations.

The document provides comprehensive guidance on military packaging standards, preservation methods, container types, and marking requirements. Key specifications referenced include MIL-STD-2073-1E (Standard Practice for Military Packaging), MIL-STD-129 (Military Marking for Shipments and Storage), MIL-DTL-117 (Heat-Sealable Bags), and ASTM D3951 (Commercial Packaging). The guide details five basic military preservation methods: Method 10 (Physical Protection), Method 20 (Preservative Coating), Method 30 (Waterproof Protection), Method 40 (Watervaporproof Protection), and Method 50 (Watervaporproof with Desiccant). It includes visual examples of packaging methods (31-45) showing proper container selection, cushioning, wrapping, and sealing techniques. The guide specifies requirements for hazardous materials packaging per Title 49 CFR, IMO/IMDG, ICAO/IATA, and AFMAN 24-204_IP standards. Marking requirements encompass identification markings (NSN, CAGE Code, PN, quantity, contract number), bar code markings, address markings using Military Shipping Labels, and special markings for shelf-life, project codes, fragile items, Method 50 packaging, expedited handling, and hazardous materials. Additional topics include palletization standards per MIL-STD-147, heat-treated wood packaging material requirements, RFID tag specifications, quality assurance provisions, and inspection procedures for preservation and heat-sealed seams.