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Cold-Chain Sample Transport

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Submission Closed09/25/2026, 11:00:00 AM CDT

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This subcontract for Cold-Chain Sample Transport supports USDA FSIS sugar beet analysis projects by providing specialized logistics for prime contractors. The service focuses on the temperature-controlled shipping of biological samples using refrigeration or dry ice to prevent protein degradation. To ensure sample integrity, the provider utilizes validated cold-chain containers and temperature data loggers, delivering all samples to the laboratory with verified temperature logs and strict chain-of-custody documentation. The project is managed by the Department of Agriculture under the USDA FSIS OAS PCMB, with performance taking place in New Orleans, Louisiana. Classified under NAICS code 484220, the opportunity was posted on September 18, 2026, with a response deadline of September 25, 2026.

General Info

Cold-chain transport of biological samples for USDA FSIS sugar beet analysis in Louisiana.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → Usda, Fsis, Oas Pcmb

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

New Orleans, LA, 70124, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 1173448.

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Proteomic Analysis of Sugar Beets

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PhaseClosed

PostedSep 18

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Response DeadlineSep 25

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Submission Closed

09/25/2026, 11:00:00 AM CDT

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Usda, Fsis, Oas Pcmb

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Usda, Fsis, Oas Pcmb

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Full Description

Supplies specialized transport and logistics for prime contractors on USDA FSIS sugar beet analysis projects. Performs temperature-controlled shipping using dry ice or refrigeration and maintains chain-of-custody documentation for biological samples. Utilizes validated cold-chain shipping containers and temperature data loggers to prevent protein degradation. Delivers samples to the laboratory with verified temperature logs.