Cold Chain Logistics & Delivery Services

The contract encompasses the end-to-end transportation and delivery of temperature-sensitive prepared food items from the manufacturer to Fort Yates IHS Hospital, requiring strict adherence to a maintained cold chain throughout the entire logistics process. All procedures must ensure the integrity of food safety standards, including proper refrigeration, monitoring, and handling at every stage of transit to prevent spoilage or contamination, with full compliance expected for federal food service regulations applicable to healthcare facilities serving Native American communities. The work is classified under NAICS code 484220 for specialized freight transportation and is structured as a subcontract opportunity under the Department of Health and Human Services, specifically managed by the Great Plains Area Indian Health Service. The solicitation was posted on May 5, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses set for May 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Performance is exclusively located at Fort Yates, North Dakota, with ZIP code 58538, and the successful bidder must demonstrate proven capability in handling perishable medical and nutritional supplies under rigorous temperature controls. The contract does not specify set-aside status and does not assign a point of contact in the public posting; however, interested parties must access the official SAM.gov workspace for further details and submission requirements. All proposals must reflect operational reliability, documented cold chain protocols, and the ability to meet the unique logistical challenges of serving a remote tribal healthcare facility.