CENTER FOR ORGAN RECOVERY & EDUCATION

CENTER FOR ORGAN RECOVERY & EDUCATION specializes in the end-to-end coordination of deceased donor organ recovery and associated blood testing services for transplant readiness. Their core capabilities include the timely procurement, preservation, and transport of donor organs, coupled with rigorous serological and infectious disease screening of donor blood specimens to ensure transplant safety. Technical expertise spans organ procurement protocols, tissue typing coordination, donor medical record management, and compliance with OPTN/UNOS standards. The organization distinguishes itself through its precision in rapid-response organ recovery operations and its integration of laboratory diagnostics directly into the transplant workflow, ensuring donor-recipient compatibility and regulatory adherence. The contractor maintains a consistent, long-term relationship with the Department of Veterans Affairs, delivering critical organ recovery and donor blood testing services across multiple VA healthcare facilities, particularly within the Pittsburgh network. Their work supports VA’s transplant program by enabling timely organ allocation and reducing ischemic time through coordinated, mission-critical logistics and diagnostic services tailored to veteran donor populations. Their primary industry focus lies in blood and organ banking (NAICS 621991) and medical laboratories (NAICS 621511), where they operate at the intersection of transplant medicine and clinical diagnostics. They serve as a specialized link between donor hospitals, transplant centers, and federal healthcare systems, ensuring that organ procurement is conducted under strict medical and regulatory frameworks. Their vertical specialization is in deceased donor management and pre-transplant serological testing, positioning them as a trusted provider in the niche but vital field of transplant support services. As a non-certified entity headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the organization operates as a regional hub for organ recovery services with deep integration into federal healthcare infrastructure. While lacking formal government certifications, their operational consistency and compliance with federal transplant standards establish them as a reliable, mission-aligned partner for VA and other federal medical systems requiring precision in organ donation logistics.