Packaging requirements.docx
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- Extended shelf life drinking water Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- SPE30222QS007
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This document outlines packaging and product requirements for a federal solicitation for extended shelf life drinking water. The solicitation seeks 251,100 liters of purified or spring water packaged in 1-liter re-closable boxes with an expiration date of at least 120 months from award. The water must meet Food and Drug Administration standards for purity and packaging. Pallets of water boxes must be shrink wrapped and protected according to specifications to withstand shipping and storage for 24 months, during which time the contractor guarantees replacement of damaged products. The soliciting agency is the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Subsistence.
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| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| CFR - Code of Federal Regulations Title 21 165.110.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1_Specification.pdf | ||
| SPE302-22-Q-S007 solicitation.pdf |
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Packaging of Shipping Cases: If the water is in a box, bottle or pouch, the outer container shall be of a heavy-duty corrugated shipping boxes to resist sagging. Water shall be shipped on industry standard size pallets (48L inches x 40W inches x 53 inches height, 4-way). Pallets shall be hardwood and designed for pickup from all four sides.
Pallets of water shall be fully covered on all sides (excluding the top and bottom) with a minimum of (10) layer of stretch-wrap.
• The pallet shall have a complete 10 layers around the entire pallet, like a cocoon.
The stretch wrap shall extend over the top of the packaged product by a minimum of six inches. Material shall be stacked so the total height of each pallet and material does not exceed 55 inches. The Contractor shall ensure the water is packaged to withstand frequent handling as well as severe climatic conditions. Contractor shall use edge protectors, angle boards or corner protectors on each pallet to prevent shifting and reduce damages during movement.
*Guarantee: If sagging/leaking occurs within 24 months, the Contractor shall guarantee product replacement of the affected pallets.
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