Animal Transport and Delivery Logistics

This subcontract, issued by the Defense Health Agency under the Department of Defense, focuses on the climate-controlled, secure, and humane transportation of live swine to the Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA. The transportation services must comply fully with USDA and DoD biosecurity standards to ensure animal welfare and adherence to federal regulations. The contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the FAR 19.5 Total Small Business Set-Aside program and falls under the NAICS code 484220, which pertains to specialized freight trucking. The solicitation was posted on May 20, 2026, with a response deadline of May 26, 2026. The contract involves detailed logistics to ensure proper delivery from the supplier to the specified location in Portsmouth, VA (ZIP code 23708). While specific organizational details and points of contact have not been provided, the emphasis remains on meeting strict biosecurity and humane handling requirements throughout the transport process, reflecting the critical importance of animal welfare and security in this government procurement.