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NPR 6000.1F Eff. Date: April 26, 1999 Cancellation Date: March 28, 2005	Requirements for Packaging, Handling, and Transportation for Aeronautical and Space Systems, Equipment, and Associated Components
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Chapter 1. Basic Principles

1.1. Scope

1.1.1. This NPR defines general requirements for preservation, packaging, packing, marking, handling, transportation, and related data and documentation pertaining to all NASA procured software and hardware items. For the purposes of this NPR, the definitions in Appendix A shall apply.

1.1.2. The requirements of this NPR do not supersede detailed NASA-approved preservation, packaging, marking, handling, and transportation specifications or procedures. Contractual provisions regarding supersession will apply. This NPR may be used as part of, or as a supplement to, other approved specifications or procedures. Appropriate paragraphs of this publication may be incorporated by reference in a contract to spell out the obligations of the parties with respect to hazardous items, NASA critical item labeling, and special packaging, handling, and transportation data for mission-essential items.

1.1.3. When this NPR is incorporated contractually by reference, the procurement documents shall cite its title and date and, if desired, specific direction as follows:

1.1.3.1. Level of preservation and packaging and level of packing to be supplied (see paragraph 2.1.).

1.1.3.2. Listing of items requiring a Packaging, Handling, and Transportation Record (see paragraph 3.1.).

1.1.4. Specifications and procedures for preservation, packaging, packing, marking, handling, transportation, and related data and documentation shall be compatible with this NPR except to the extent that a deviation or waiver is approved in accordance with paragraph 1.3. herein. The mere citation of this NPR or the mere incorporation by reference of this NPR, or a part thereof, does not constitute compliance with any other applicable requirement that detailed or specific provisions be provided or stated in a particular document.

1.2. Deviation and Waiver Requests

Technical changes, deviations, or waivers sought from any requirement of this NPR that are included in a contract shall be requested from, and approved in writing by, the contracting officer or designated NASA representative. Provisions for acceptance of supplies or services not conforming with contract requirements are as outlined in Federal Acquisition Regulation 46.407.

1.3. Policy

1.3.1. General

Preservation, packaging, and packing shall comply with the basic NASA objective of achieving adequate protection of the contained items at minimum cost. However, exception is granted for items defined as mission essential. While nonessential refinements should be avoided, the protection afforded these items must not be marginal. Waiver approval is within the authority purview of the Center Transportation Officer.

1.3.2. Preservation, Packaging, Packing, Marking, Handling, and Transportation Safety, Reliability, and Quality

Retention of item safety, reliability, and quality shall be a major consideration in the development or selection of preservation, packaging, packing, marking, handling, and transportation approaches throughout their implementation for mission-essential and/or sensitive items. A program establishing policies, procedures, and responsibilities for control of this process to achieve zero damage on delivery shall be implemented. Regulatory and programmatic requirements shall be identified, met, and verified by NASA Center safety, reliability, and quality management processes.

1.3.3. Contingency Planning for Emergency Incidents

Due to the hazardous materials content of some critical space item shipments, it is prudent that all reasonable precautions be taken during movement of materiels. All shipments should be in strict compliance with applicable Center emergency response plans. Shipments transiting via commercial shipping routes must conform to 49 CFR, Subpart B, Exemptions.

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