The "Packaging and Marking Guide" for the Department of Defense (DoD) is an informational booklet outlining packaging standards essential for defense contract management. Created initially by Ted Hollanders and updated by the DCMAO-LSP Packaging Group, the guide is not an official DoD document but serves as a resource for understanding contractual packaging requirements. Key topics include specifications about hazardous materials, the distinction between commercial and military packaging practices, and detailed methods of military preservation and packing. The guide emphasizes the importance of compliance with packaging requirements as laid out in various military standards, such as MIL-STD-2073-1E, which details military packaging methods, and MIL-STD-129 for marking shipments. It categorizes packing into levels (A and B) that determine the protective measures required based on shipment conditions. It also outlines special marking protocols for hazardous materials and shelf-life items. The document is structured to assist contractors in understanding how to properly package and mark items to meet DoD regulations, ensuring the protection of materials during transit, handling, and storage. Overall, it is a critical resource for organizations involved in government RFPs and grants, particularly those supplying goods or services to the DoD.