Biological Sample Logistics and Transportation

The contract involves the secure and reliable transportation of 58 brain tissue samples, including blocks and slides, between contractor locations and the National Institutes of Health campus in Bethesda, with strict protocols to maintain chain-of-custody and ensure sample integrity throughout transit. All handling must comply with regulatory standards to prevent contamination, degradation, or loss, and documentation must be meticulously maintained to verify each transfer and storage condition. The work is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses qualify to bid, and it falls under the NAICS code 484220 for general freight trucking, indicating the primary focus is on dedicated, specialized logistics rather than broad freight services. The opportunity was posted on May 5, 2026, with responses due by May 20, 2026, and performance is exclusively tied to the Bethesda location, requiring precise coordination with NIH personnel and adherence to federal biospecimen handling guidelines.