The Defense Health Agency (DHA) and the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) have issued a Sources Sought notification regarding Knee Sleeves, Compression, intending to create a Qualified Suppliers Listing (QSL) for these products. This initiative supports Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) within the Military Health System (MHS) and is anticipated to lead to a standardization action by April 2025. Vendors interested in inclusion on the QSL must complete a QSL Package Worksheet and provide extensive documentation proving their products meet specified requirements, including compliance with the Trade Agreements Act and FDA regulations. Key requirements include having a Distribution and Pricing Agreement (DAPA), agreements with DoD Medical/Surgical Prime Vendors, and product specifications like non-latex materials and adequate sizing. The estimated total annual sales volume for the product line is approximately $471,847, with specific items accounting for the majority of sales. Responses from vendors are due by April 3, 2025, and evaluation will follow a technical review process to determine compliance and selection for the QSL. This program emphasizes the government’s structured approach to securing necessary medical supplies while ensuring compliance and standardization among providers.

The upcoming Sources Sought notification issued by the Defense Health Agency aims to create a Qualified Suppliers Listing (QSL) for a specific medical supply: knee sleeves that provide compression and support. This listing will serve as a foundation for future standardization and procurement processes. Vendors interested in supplying these medical devices, which are worn over the knee for support and pain relief, are informed about the imminent release of the QSL Announcement. The announcement will outline the requirements and evaluation criteria for vendors seeking to participate. Notably, vendors must have existing agreements with designated medical suppliers and manufacture their products in Trade Agreements Act-compliant countries, unless equivalent options are unavailable. This advance notice is solely informative, and responses are not yet permitted. The actual procurement process will begin once the QSL Announcement is released, with all relevant information accessible on SAM.gov.

This document outlines the qualifications and requirements for vendors seeking to qualify for the Quality Supply List (QSL) related to the provision of Compression Knee Sleeves for the Department of Defense (DoD). Vendors must have a DAPA (Drug Acquisition Program Agreement) or be in the application process, and they need to engage with the DoD Medical/Surgical Prime Vendors, such as Cardinal Health or Owens & Minor. Key product specifications include providing various sizes of Compression Knee Sleeves that meet specific measurements and FDA requirements. Further, vendors are required to submit documentation, including manufacturer part numbers, active accounts in the System for Award Management (SAM), and proof that the products are not made with natural rubber latex. As part of their proposal, vendors must also offer detailed product information, including packaging and instructions for use. Failure to meet these specifications or provide necessary documentation will disqualify vendors from consideration for the QSL. The document emphasizes the importance of compliance with rigorous standards in the procurement process for medical supplies to ensure quality and safety in medical practices supported by the DoD.