Biohazardous Specimen Transportation

The contract requires secure, temperature-controlled transportation of biological specimens between Veterans Affairs facilities and designated reference laboratories, with full adherence to chain-of-custody protocols to ensure specimen integrity and regulatory compliance. Services must maintain strict environmental controls throughout transit to preserve the viability of sensitive biological materials, and all personnel and vehicles must meet rigorous standards for handling biohazardous content, including proper documentation, tracking, and security measures at every transfer point. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 484220, and responses are due by May 7, 2026, following a posting date of April 30, 2026. Performance is centered in Portland, with a zip code of 97239, though the scope likely extends across multiple VA sites serviced by this location. The contracting office is the 260-NETWORK Contract Office 20 under the Department of Veterans Affairs, and while no specific point of contact is listed, all bidders must be prepared to meet federal requirements for secure medical logistics and comply with VA-specific protocols for specimen handling and delivery.