Integrated Defense Systems - The Purchasing System - St. Louis, MO
Special Purchase Order Condition (SPOC)

PACKAGING SPOCS

SPOC: 3502

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96 9-11-96 
**** OBSOLETE SPOC **** SPOC IDENTIFIED AS OBSOLETE ON 12-17-97
Seller shall provide Bar Coded Shipping Labels, as specified in Standard Part Document 29M104, Shipping Label, Bar-Coded Preparation and Placement of, Rev. C, and Design Standard 6M288 Label, Shipping Bar-Coded Rev. C, which are hereby incorporated into this Purchase Order, on all unit loads and transport packages shipped to MDA-E hereunder.

SPOC: 3502A

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96 9-11-96 7-30-02 6-27-03 01-30-04
Seller shall provide Bar Coded Shipping Labels, as specified in MDC corporate Machine Readable Code Standard MRC-3.301-1, which is hereby incorporated into this Purchase Contract on all shipping documents and transportation packages shipped to MDC under this Purchase Contract. Where differences occur between this condition and MRC-3.301-1, this condition shall take precedence. A copy of the MRC-3.301-1 standard can be obtained at http://www.boeing.com/companyoffices/doingbiz/MRC3barcode/MRC3.htm Prepare and affix bar code shipping labels as described below: 1. All bar coded shipping labels shall include the following information in human readable text and in MRC (Machine Readable Code) format: Contract number and contract line item number; packing list number; number of boxes; quantity and unit of measure; customer part number. Note: Shipping addresses (to include building number and door number if applicable), package weight and part name are to be included on each shipping label, but only in human readable text. When applicable, the bar code shipping label shall also include the appropriate control numbers, (i.e. serial, lot, batch, roll, heat lot, heat treat, etc.) and cure/manufacture date in human readable text and MRC. 2. When contract items are individually packaged and shipped, Seller shall provide two copies of the bar coded shipping labels per contractline item. Affix one copy permanently to the exterior of the shippingcontainer. Place the remaining copy inside the shipping container attached to the exterior of the contract item. 3. When multiple contract items are packed in a single shipping container, Seller shall provide two copies of the bar coded shipping labels per contract line item. It is permissible to attach these copies of the bar coded shipping labels to each contract item by either of the two following methods: a. Print both copies of the bar coded shipping label as a single document, with a perforation separating each label. Affix one copy permanently to the exterior of each contract item's packaging in such a way to permit easy removal of the second copy. b. Print two separate copies of the shipping label. Affix one copy permanently to the exterior of each contract line item's packaging. Place the remaining copy in a plastic pouch attached to the exterior of the contract item. For multiple contract items that are packed in a single shipping container, it is not required to attach bar coded labels to the exterior of the container.

SPOC: 3506

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Seller will mark all shipping cartons with the following special marking instructions:

SPOC: 3509

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Hardware, such as washers, nuts, screws, etc. furnished with this contract is not to be delivered bulk packaged. Each item on this contract shall be packaged so that individual packages shall contain all necessary hardware.

SPOC: 3515

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Devices purchased on this contract are susceptible to damage or degredation from application of electrostatic discharges and shall be packaged in the following manner: Printed circuit board assemblies shall be wrapped or cushioned with ESD safe material and placed in a conductive bag (laminated bag consisting of an antistatic or static dissipative inner layer and a conductive middle or outer layer). Itemshall be cushioned to prevent puncture of bag. Devices contained in conductive, antistatic or static dissipative rails or chip trays, shall be placed in a conductive bag. Devices not contained in conductive, static dissipative or anitstatic rails or chip trays, shall have the leads shorted in conductive non-corrosive foam or other conductive material and placed inside a conductive bag. Quantity per unit pack shall be one piece per bag or multiple rails or chip trays per bag or 100 pieces with leads shorted in conductive non-corrosive foam. Conductive material is defined as having a maximum surface restivity of 10 to the fifth power ohms per square or less. Static dissipative material is defined as having a surface restivity of greater than 10 to the fifth, but not greater than 10 to the ninth ohms per square. Antistatic material is defined as having a surface restivity greater than 10 to the ninth power but less than 10 to the fourteenth power ohms per square. Antistatic or static dissipative material is acceptable when a conductive layer or bag is utilized. Nonconductive or static generating wrapping or cushioning material is unacceptable. SRA/SRU/WRA/LRU(s) shall be labeled with an ESD caution label and connectors capped with conductive caps or protected by equivalent ESD protection. All primary, intermediate and shipping containers shall be clearly labeled with an ESD caution label. Electrostatic sensitive devices not shipped in accordance with this condition shall be considered nonconforming goods and subject to all applicable remedies as set forth elsewhere in this contract.

SPOC: 3516

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Devices purchased on this contract are susceptible to damage or degradation from application of electrostatic discharges and should be packaged in the following manner: Printed circuit board assemblies shall be labeled with an ESD caution label and shall be wrapped or cushioned in a manner to prevent pins from penetrating the anti- static, static dissipative, or conductive layer, and placed inside a conductive bag. Devices contained in conductive, anti-static, or static dissipative rails need to be placed in a conductive bag. Devices not contained in conductive, static dissipative, or anti- static rails shall have the leads shorted in conductive noncorrosive foam or other conductive material and placed inside a conductive bag. Axial lead devices such as resistors, diodes, etc., may be shipped without having their leads shorted. These devices shall then be packed in a laminated bag (anti-static inner layer plus a middle or outer conductive layer.) Packaging shall be a maximum of 50 pieces per bag or rail. Conductive noncorrosive material is defined as having a maximum surface resistivity of 10 to the fifth power ohms per square or less. Static dissipative material is deined as having a surface resistivity of greater than 10 to the fifth, but not greater than 10 to the ninth ohms per square. Anti-static material is defined as having a surface resistivity greater than 10 to the ninth power but less than 10 to the fourteenth power ohms per square. Anti- static or static dissipative material is acceptable when a conductive layer or bag is utilized. Non-conductive or static generating wrapping or cushioning material is unacceptable. SRA/SRU/WRA/LRU(s) shall be labeled with an ESD caution label and connectors capped with conductive caps or protected by equivalent ESD protection. All primary and intermediate packages as well as all shipping containers shall be clearly labeled with an ESD caution label. Electrostatic sensitive devices not shipped in accordance with this condition shall be considered nonconforming goods and subject to all applicable remedies as set forth elsewhere in this contract.

SPOC: 3517

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Seller shall package up to 100 items in rigid or semi-rigid antistaticor conductive vial or tube. A conductive bag is acceptable if leads are protected. All vials or tubes must be overpacked into a conductive bag. Cushioning, when required, shall be of an antistatic or conductive, non-corrosive material of sufficient density and thickness to adequately protect the part and prevent bending of leads. Unit packages should be consolidated and overpacked into intermediate fiberboard containers for shipment. Static sensitive warning labels should be affixed to unit, intermediate and shipping containers.

SPOC: 3518

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
If shipment of material furnished by MDA has sustained transit damage, Seller shall mark MDA and carrier copy of the freight bill accordingly and obtain carrier's inspection. Forward MDA's copy of the freight bill and the carrier's inspection report to MDA Traffic Department. Seller shall prepare a Material Review Record, MAC Form 861R, for all items damaged in transit and forward to MDA Material Review Department with one copy to MDA Traffic Department.

SPOC: 3521

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
All return shipments against this contract will have the following information clearly marked on the outside of the shipping container: MDC contract no. and item no., part name, and serial no.

SPOC: 3524

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
On all shipments to MDA, packaging requirements as called out in Special Condition 3512 or 3572 will take precedence over any conflicting packaging instructions elsewhere in this contract. Special Condition 3512 has precedence over Special Condition 3572.

SPOC: 3527

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
The material supplied under this contract will be cleaned and packagedin accordance with MAC Process Specification 27M100, Rev. B.

SPOC: 3533

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Seller shall pack all parts in boxes marked with the part number and the lot number.

SPOC: 3536

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Unless otherwise specified, all tools that cannot be reconditioned to maintain specifications called out in item description(s) are to be returned to MDC with no work performed. Seller will segregate and package non-repairable tools for shipment according to purchase order item number and description with a tag indicating the reason for non-repairable disposition, and all such packaging will be marked "NON-REPAIRABLE' for identification. Non-repairable tools are to be returned to MDC in lot shipment with packing list indicating quantity returned per purchase order item number and description.

SPOC: 3545

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Seller must state on the packing sheet which accompanies each shipment, (1) that containers are returnable and (2) the amount, if any, on deposit for each container.

SPOC: 3548

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96 5-10-96
Seller shall package a maximum of 100 like components in a paperboard or chipboard box, or a plastic bag, vial or tube. Cushioning, if required, shall be a non-corrosive material. Unit packages must be consolidated and overpacked into intermediate fiberboard containers for shipment.

SPOC: 3557

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Each purchase order item is to be skidded separately. Plate and sheetshall be cased on a pallet to fit material width. Runners must be longitudinal. The minimum distance from the edge of the skid to the runners shall be six (6) inches for sheet lifter access. Sheet stock (1/4" thick and below) is to be stenciled, inter-leaved and packed maximum 6,000 pounds on skids. Plate stock (above 1/4" thick) shall be packed maximum 8,000 pounds on skids.

SPOC: 3560

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
All shipping reels shall have: a maximum flange diameter of 24 inches a maximum weight of 60 pounds a minimum of two wraps of corrugated cardboard /reel wrap per - Fed. Spec. PPP-291D or equivalent- covering the outer layer of wire unless otherwise specified in the MDC drawing, in which case, the drawing shall have precedence.

SPOC: 3563

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
All wire lengths, and unshielded and unjacketed cable lengths, shall have their ends butt welded together. Each butt weld splice shall be clearly identified at the splice with a tiger striped tape. Shielded and jacket lengths shall have their ends brought out from each reel. Both ends of a cable length shall be clearly identified as to its length supplied on that reel.

SPOC: 3565

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96 
**** OBSOLETE SPOC **** SPOC IDENTIFIED AS OBSOLETE ON 07-17-95
For wire mesh and rubber purchased in rolls, Seller must mark each individual roll with material code, specification, description, and quantity per roll. This marking is an addition to any other requirements in this contract.

SPOC: 3566

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96 03-18-96
Each purchase order item is to be skidded seperately. Plate and sheet shall be cased on a pallet to fit material width. Runners must be longitudinal. The minimum distance from the edge of the skid to the runners shall be six (6) inches for the sheet lifter access. Bare material must be oiled. ALCLAD material must be interleaved. Material is to be stenciled. Sheet stock (1/4" thick and below) shall be packed maximum 6,000 pounds on skids. Plate stock (above 1/4" thick) shall be packed maximum 6,000 pounds on skids.

SPOC: 3569

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
This special condition will take precedence over any conflicting packaging instructions contained herein. Seller agrees to comply withprovisions of supplier packaging information record MDE 6-20-2, number

SPOC: 3572

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96 11-12-96 3-5-98 3-13-98 6-27-03
General Instructions: Packaging specified or referenced in this contract must be adhered to unless written deviation is authorized by MDC. Non-conforming packaging is subject to rejection or repackaging at Seller's expense. Questions concerning these packaging instructions are to be directed to Manager - PHS&T Engineering, Tel. 314-234-3059 Part Packaging Instructions: 1. Commercial packaging is normally acceptable for shipment to MDC. Seller is responsible for selecting packaging methods and materials which provide adequate protection at minimum cost and meet the requirements specified herein. Seller should select packaging methods and materials that consider, as a minimum, fragility, part composition, surface finish, size, weight and transportation mode. It is acceptable for parts being procured under multiple contract line items to be packed in the same shipping container if they are being delivered to the same building address with the same dock number address. However, each contract line item's parts must be packaged and identified separately. 2. Two or more shipping containers and/or a total weight exceeding 150 pounds must be combined into a unitized load. The limit size of unitized loads is 50" overall height, 42" x 48" pallet (double deck construction) and a maximum 4" overhang on any side. Unit loads must be properly stacked and bound (i.e., efficient stacking pattern) and bound by stretch wrap. Containers over 150 lbs. and/or 60" or greater foot print, must integrate 4-way entry skid permitting the use of standard material handling equipment. Also, each contract line item's parts that exceed twenty-seven (27) cubic inches in volume shall be packaged individually. Some containeres are subject to receiving inspection. Therefore, all shipping continers shall provide a reclosable feature. 3. Primary packaging of parts shall consist of the following unless a more specific requirement is incorporated in this contract by another special condition: a) Pack each contract line item's part(s) in a four (4) mil or greater clear plastic bag or vacuum-packed bag so that the part number is visible and quantity can be verified. b) Cushioning between bags of parts, when required, shall be of sufficient density and thickness to adequately protect the part, and shall be positioned outside of the plastic bag so that the part number is still visible; c) Interleaving between parts, or reusable cushioned bags is preferred. For painted parts, interleaving with foam or paper wrap is acceptable and encouraged where possible. If interleaving is not possible, cushioning shall be secured in such a manner as to minimize damage to the package if opened for inspection or use at MDC. d) In all cases, care should be taken to prevent damage to parts. e) When wooden containers are used the preferred method of closure, in order, is: KLIMP fasteners with banding; container construction and banding to prevent opening; screws; and nailing. Note when using screws or nailing, spacing should be no closer than six (6) inches. The number of fasteners and distance should be adquate enough to prevent accidental opening. Additionally, the use of staples for closure of wooden containers is prohibited. 4. For housekeeping reasons the following items are prohibited: staples used for closing bagged parts; loose fill packaging material, i.e. plastic peanuts, unless contained in a polyethylene bag or similar method. Packaging Identification Instructions: Seller shall provide adequate and proper identification for all packaged contract items and shipping containers. This identification shall be provided by: (1) packing sheets or (2) a combination of a packing sheet and bar coded shipping labels. See condition 3502A for bar coded shipping label identification and placement requirements. Packing sheets shall be supplied for each shipping container and contain the following information: Shipping address to include building number; shipping container's total weight; number of boxes; date shipped; shipper number; each contract number and contract line item number; each part number; and each part name; each quantity shipped. When applicable, the packing sheet must also include the appropriate control numbers, (i.e., serial, lot, batch, roll, heat lot, heat treat, etc.) and cure/manufacturing date. All other associated paperwork, (i.e., certifications, test reports, MRD's etc.) must be located within the shipping containers. If SPOC 3502A is incorporated in this PC, Seller shall submit a singlecopy of the packing sheet attached to the exterior of the shipping container in such a way to permit easy removal. If this PC does not incorporate SPOC 3502A, Seller shall submit two copies of the packing sheet as follows: one copy loose packed in the shipping container and one copy of the packing sheet attached to the exterior of the shipping container in such a way to permit easy removal. Packaging variances for Parts Delivered by a Local Conveyance: This variance applies to packaging and identification for those parts that are delivered by Seller-owned conveyance or by a local cartage company. The above requirements shall be followed except as noted in this section. 1. A reclosable feature for shipping containers is optional. 2. Containers are permitted to be open, but parts must be secured to prevent damage or loss during transit. 3. Each contract line item's parts that exceed sixty-four (64) cubic inches in volume or one (1) pound in weight shall be packaged individually. If such part is less than 64 cubic inches and less than 1 pound they may be packaged in multiples in one plastic bag or shipping container.

SPOC: 3572C

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
1. Commercial packaging is normally acceptable for shipment to MDC. Seller is responsible for selecting packaging methods and materials which provide adequate protection at minimum cost. Packaging methods and materials selected should consider, as a minimum, fragility, part composition, surface finish, size, weight and transportation mode. Packaging specified or referenced in this contract must be adhered to unless written deviation is authorized by MDC. Non-conforming packaging is subject to rejection or repackaging at Seller's expense. Questions concerning these packaging instructions are to be directed to Manager-Dept. 117Q, TEL. (314) 234-7693. Any change in price, terms or conditions must be approved by the undersigned MDC Purchasing Representative prior to implementation. 2. Each item must be packaged and identified separately. Markings on primary packaging must include the part number, nomenclature and quantity. If applicable, include serial number, lot number and cure date. DO NOT combine items from different Delivery Orders in the same shipping container. 3. All containers are subject to material inspection and should provide a reclosable feature. For this and housekeeping reasons, loose fill packaging material, i.e., plastic peanuts, is prohibited unless contained in a polyethylene bag or similar method. 4. Two or more shipping containers and/or a total weight exceeding 150 lbs. must be combined into a unitized load. The limit size of unitized loads is 50" overall height, 42" x 48" pallet (double deck construction) and a maximum 4" overhang on any side. Unit loads must be properly stacked and bound (i.e., efficient stacking pattern) and bound by stretch wrap. Containers over 150 lbs. and/or 60" or greater foot print, must integrate 4 way entry skidpermitting the use of standard material handling equipment. 5. Seller must provide legible packing slips in duplicate in a conspicuous and easily accessible place on the inside of the shipping container, unitized or palletized load. The packing slip must state the delivery order number, delivery order item number and part number as shown on the delivery order. All associated paperwork (i.e., certifications, test reports, MRD's, etc.) must be located with the packing slips. In addition, one copy of the packing slip must be in a conspicious andeasily accessible place on the outside of the shipping container or unit load. Each shipping container shall be identified with the address, delivery order, Item Number(s) and Part Number.

SPOC: 3575

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Seller will mark all cartons with the following special marking instructions: MDC Part Number MDC P. O. Number Net grain weight of explosive Military explosive class Military compatibility group D.O.T. class D.O.T. marking

SPOC: 3576

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96 
**** OBSOLETE SPOC **** SPOC IDENTIFIED AS OBSOLETE ON 07-21-95
All bar stock shall be steel banded to a pallet of like size with minimum overhang. Maximum load weight shall be 3,000 lbs. Small lots should, as a minimum, be provided with 2" x 4" load stiffeners on each end.

SPOC: 3577

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96 
**** OBSOLETE SPOC **** SPOC IDENTIFIED AS OBSOLETE ON 07-21-95
1. All large billets, castings and forgings must be palletized and bound to the pallet with steel banding. Height of the load shall not exceed 50". Parts shall not be mixed (left and rights must be on separate loads). Weight maximum is 3,000 lbs. per bound pallet. Pallets must conform to part/commodity dimensions with a minimum overhang. 2. All small and medium size billets, castings and forgings must be containerized using either wood or corrugated material depending upon commodity characteristics. Parts with critical surfaces must be individually packaged. Each heat lot must be packaged separately.

SPOC: 3578

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
All tubing and extrusions shall be packed in either corrugated or wooden boxes with a maximum weight per unit load of 500 lbs. All tubing up to and including 3/8" diameter is to packed in 100 piece bundles or less. Fragility of the tubing must be considered.

SPOC: 3579

REVISION DATE: 01-24-96
Unit or primary package will be a flexible transparent, heat sealed bag. The bag thickness must be consistent with the size and weight of the contents. Paper bags are prohibited. All primary bags shall be identified with the MDC approved part number, nomenclature, quantity, manufacturer's name and lot number if appliable. Identification will be in indelible ink. Intermediate or secondary containers can be of plastic or chipboard material, however, they should not exceed 50 lbs. Tertiary or shipping containers should follow the general packaging instructions for unit loads. NOTE: Typical example: 10 pins in primary package, 10 primary packages in secondary container, then 10 secondary containers in tertiary container.