Cup, specimen

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Medical Supply Chain is soliciting quotes for sterile specimen collection containers under NSN 6530-01-375-0171, with quotes due October 13, 2026 through DIBBS. The Set Aside line reads "No Set-Aside Used," so the procurement is open to all sources. The October 13, 2026 quote deadline had passed as of November 4, 2026.

The requirement is one unit of issue (PG/100EA) on FOB destination terms with destination inspection and acceptance, and delivery is required within 5 days. The attachment summary places delivery at USS Jeremiah Denton DDG129 at Gulfport, Mississippi (COSAL Warehouse #2). The item is a 4.0-ounce, screw-top, plastic specimen container, sterile and packaged in blister packs. It requires a 60-month shelf life, with no more than 9 months elapsed from date of manufacture to delivery, and shelf-life markings per MMS1A. The attachment summary states the item is FDA-regulated under Regulation 864.3250 Class I and requires registration, listing, labeling, and GMP compliance. Packaging must comply with ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, and material must be marked per Medical Marking Standard No. 1.

The solicitation incorporates the DLA Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions Revision 105 (May 20, 2026) and is a Fast Auto Evaluation. DFARS 252.225-7001 (Buy American) applies to quotes above the micro-purchase threshold. Offerors are encouraged to submit quantity ranges due to volatile demand, and micro-purchase awards may be made before the closing date. The attachment summary cites recent awards of $54 to $62 per unit and lists Medline Industries, Cardinal Health, and Baxter Healthcare among approved manufacturers.