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Cold-Chain Biological Sample Transport

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Submission Closed09/22/2026, 03:00:00 PM EDT

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This subcontract provides secure, temperature-controlled transport of biological samples for prime contractors supporting USDA Agricultural Research Service projects. The service involves picking up samples from the Soybean and Nitrogen Fixation Research Unit in Raleigh, North Carolina, and ensuring the delivery of intact, non-degraded materials. To maintain cold-chain integrity, the provider must utilize medical-grade coolers, dry ice, or refrigerated vehicles while maintaining strict chain-of-custody documentation. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 484220 and is managed by the Department of Agriculture under the USDA Ars Afm Apd agency. The place of performance is located in Raleigh, North Carolina, zip code 27606. The solicitation was posted on September 15, 2026, with a response deadline of September 22, 2026.

General Info

Temperature-controlled biological sample transport for USDA projects in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

NAICS

484220 - Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local

Place of Performance

Raleigh, NC, 27606, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 1232SA26Q1503.

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Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Metabolomic Analysis

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PhaseClosed

PostedSep 15

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Response DeadlineSep 22

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Submission Closed

09/22/2026, 03:00:00 PM EDT

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

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Full Description

Supplies secure, temperature-controlled transport of biological samples for prime contractors on USDA Agricultural Research Service projects. Performs pickup and transport from the Soybean and Nitrogen Fixation Research Unit in Raleigh, NC, using medical-grade coolers, dry ice, or refrigerated vehicles to maintain cold-chain integrity. Maintains chain-of-custody documentation. Delivers intact, non-degraded biological samples.