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The contract encompasses cold chain logistics and blood transportation services exclusively within Pittsburgh, ensuring the secure and temperature-controlled movement of blood units between collection sites, laboratories, storage facilities, and VA medical centers. This subcontract requires adherence to strict environmental controls throughout the entire supply chain to maintain the viability and safety of blood products during transit, with operations tailored to meet the rigorous standards of medical logistics in a healthcare environment. The performance location is fixed in Pittsburgh, and the work is governed under NAICS code 484220, which classifies the activity as specialized truck transportation for refrigerated goods. The contract is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs through its 244-NETWORK Contract Office 4, indicating alignment with federal veterans’ healthcare infrastructure and priorities. Although details regarding set-asides, point of contact, or specific performance metrics are not provided, the timing of the posting in 2026 suggests this is a forward-looking procurement likely intended to establish or reinforce long-term logistical support for blood supply operations in the region. The nature of the work demands reliable, compliant, and continuous service capable of handling time-sensitive medical materials with zero tolerance for temperature deviation or delay.

General Info

Cold chain blood transport within Pittsburgh under VA contract, ensuring strict temperature control and medical compliance.

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → 244-NETWORK Contract Office 4 (36C244)View Agency

NAICS

484220 - Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, LocalView NAICS

Place of Performance

Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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NONE

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PostedJul 28

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 244-NETWORK Contract Office 4 (36C244)

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Temperature-controlled transport of blood units between collection sites, labs, storage, and VA medical centers in Pittsburgh.

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