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Courier Services for Des Moines Metro Area

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005-RFB-2445-2026State & Local

Submission Closed05/25/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 492110

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Secure Courier and Logistics ServicesThe Secure Courier and Logistics Services subcontract involves the secure, unmarked transportation of passport applications and sensitive documents for prime contractors on Department of State APS projects. The service provider is responsible for executing inbound USPS retrievals within four hours and ensuring outbound delivery to agencies by the next business day. To maintain security and accountability, the contractor must utilize unmarked vehicles, implement GPS tracking, and manage all liability associated with the exposure of personally identifiable information. All personnel assigned to this contract must be U.S. citizens or nationals and successfully pass required background investigations to ensure the integrity of the application batches. This opportunity, categorized under NAICS code 492110, was posted on October 27, 2026, with a response deadline of November 20, 2026. The contract is managed through Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum for the Department of State.

Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum

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Solicitation # SRC000489

The State of North Dakota State Procurement Office is soliciting bids for statewide courier services under solicitation SRC000489. The selected contractor will be responsible for the daily pickup and same-day delivery of packages and specimens, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The scope includes routine deliveries to state agencies and occasional transport of environmental sample coolers from specific medical facilities, including Mercy Hospitals in Valley City and Devils Lake, Fargo Cass Public Health, and Jamestown Regional Medical Center. Specialized requirements include the use of enclosed, locked vehicles and trucks equipped with lift gates for Capitol deliveries, with pallets limited to 36 inches wide by 48 inches long. Bidders must possess at least three years of courier experience within North Dakota and comply with DOT and federal requirements for transporting infectious substances. The contract is a cooperative purchasing agreement that runs through December 31, 2028, with options for two 24-month renewals and one 12-month extension. Award will be granted to the responsible offeror with the lowest priced responsive bid, with preference given to resident North Dakota vendors in the event of a tie. Bidders must submit their responses electronically via the NDBuys portal by October 30, 2026. Due to Amendment #1, any supplier who submitted a response prior to October 26, 2026, must resubmit their response to be considered. Payment is issued monthly within 45 days of a correct invoice, and the state maintains a sales tax exemption under number E 2001.

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Laboratory's Courier Services

Solicitation # 26RFP-27-09055001-005

The South Dakota Department of Health is soliciting proposals under RFP #27-0905001-005 for professional courier services to support the South Dakota Public Health Laboratory (SDPHL). The selected contractor will be responsible for the secure, timely, and professional transportation of clinical, environmental, forensic, and veterinary samples from clients statewide to the SDPHL facility in Pierre, with occasional authorized deliveries from the laboratory to statewide locations. Services may be awarded across three geographic regions: Eastern, Central, and Western South Dakota. The contractor must provide all necessary personnel, climate-controlled vehicles, and equipment to maintain specimen integrity, ensuring materials do not freeze and refrigerated items remain within specified temperature ranges. A comprehensive continuity-of-operations plan is required to address potential disruptions such as severe weather or vehicle breakdowns. Proposals are due by November 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST, with a Letter of Intent required by October 23, 2026. Evaluation will be based on technical competence, available resources, past performance, management techniques, and cost, which is evaluated independently. The successful offeror must maintain $1,000,000.00 in coverage for general, professional, and business automobile liability. Performance will be monitored through key indicators including on-time delivery, pickup adherence, temperature compliance, and chain-of-custody accuracy. Invoicing must be submitted electronically on a monthly basis in a format compatible with Microsoft Excel. The contract is governed by South Dakota law and may be terminated by either party with 30 days written notice.

South Dakota State Government

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Provision of international courier services for British Council offices in Asia Pacific and Question Paper Distribution (QPD) & Confidential Material Room (CMR) for Pakistan

Solicitation # ocds-h6vhtk-079006

The British Council is establishing a framework for the provision of secure courier services to support its examination operations, with an estimated total value of 7,000,000 GBP excluding VAT. The contract is divided into two separate lots: Lot 1 covers international courier services across the Asia-Pacific region for the transportation of confidential materials to worldwide destinations, including the United Kingdom, while Lot 2 focuses on domestic logistics within Pakistan. This includes the secure distribution of question papers from Confidential Material Rooms in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad to various examination venues. The framework is intended to run from January 1, 2027, to January 1, 2030, with a possible extension until January 1, 2031. Suppliers must demonstrate robust security controls, chain-of-custody procedures, and the ability to provide security-cleared personnel. Key requirements include the use of tamper-evident packaging and seals, strict adherence to examination delivery timelines, and compliance with British Council security standards for material rooms. Award decisions will be based on the most advantageous tender, evaluated through a combination of technical scoring and commercial pricing, where the lowest overall price receives the maximum commercial score. Successful providers will be expected to manage health and safety risks, maintain compulsory liability insurance, and adhere to strict confidentiality and information governance standards. Payment for undisputed invoices will be made within 30 days.

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Medical Device Home Delivery ServicesThe Medical Device Home Delivery Services subcontract, managed under the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contract Office 10, focuses on the logistics and last-mile delivery of medical monitoring devices. The selected provider will support prime contractors by coordinating the shipping, tracking, and final delivery of sensitive medical hardware directly to the residential addresses of Veterans, ensuring confirmed receipt of all devices. Due to the nature of the hardware and the sensitivity of the recipients, the contract mandates strict adherence to HIPAA compliance for the handling of patient data. Additionally, the provider must utilize secure shipping materials specifically designed for medical electronics to maintain equipment integrity during transit. This effort falls under NAICS code 492110.

250-NETWORK Contract Office 10 (36C250)

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Expedited Medical Freight TransportThis subcontract for Expedited Medical Freight Transport involves the transport and delivery of medical control solutions to Fort Campbell, Kentucky, in support of Department of Defense procurement projects. The contractor is responsible for utilizing the fastest traceable shipping methods to ensure all supplies reach the government destination within a strict 20-day timeline, with a specific prohibition against using parcel post. Managed under the Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF, the project falls under NAICS code 492110. The solicitation was posted on October 25, 2026, with a response deadline of November 2, 2026. The primary objective is to provide prime contractors with reliable, traceable logistics to maintain the integrity and timeliness of critical medical supply chains.

MEDICAL SUPPLY CHAIN MD SURG FSF

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Domestic Small Package Delivery ServicesThe Department of Energy Office of Science is forecasting a requirement for Domestic Small Package Delivery Services to be performed in Tennessee. This procurement falls under NAICS code 492110 and is currently listed as a forecast with the set-aside type categorized as other. Federal Express Corporation is the incumbent contractor for these services. Interested parties may coordinate with Small Business Program Managers David Riley or Chadsey Kittock for further information regarding this opportunity.

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Domestic Small Package Delivery Services under the Next Generation Delivery Service (NGDS), mandatory government-wide solution for United Parcel Service (UPS), HTC711-23-D-C025. Period of Performance…Contract HTC711-23-D-C025 establishes a mandatory government-wide solution for domestic small package delivery services provided by United Parcel Service (UPS). Managed under the Next Generation Delivery Service framework and associated with the Department of Energy and the Office of Management, this agreement ensures standardized shipping capabilities across federal operations. The period of performance for these services runs from April 1, 2023, through September 30, 2026. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 492110, with the primary place of performance located in the District of Columbia.

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Federal Express Corporation Services under the Next Generation Delivery Services (NGDS) mandatory government-wide solution for small package delivery.Federal Express Corporation provides small package delivery services under the Next Generation Delivery Services mandatory government-wide solution. This forecast, associated with the Department of Energy under the Office of Management, identifies Federal Express Corporation as the incumbent contractor for these essential logistics operations. The services are categorized under NAICS code 492110 and are primarily performed within the District of Columbia. Administrative inquiries regarding this requirement are managed by the Small Business Program Manager, Naomi Robinson.

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Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) parcel shipping services in support of Sierra Nevada Region's (SNR) Folsom, Elverta, and Redding facilities.The Western Area Power Administration, an agency under the Department of Energy, is forecasting a requirement for parcel shipping services to support the Sierra Nevada Region. These services will specifically benefit facilities located in Folsom, Elverta, and Redding, California. The procurement falls under NAICS code 492110 and is currently listed as a forecast with a posted date of October 25, 2026. Federal Express Corporation is identified as the incumbent contractor for these services. Interested parties may coordinate with the Small Business Program Managers for further information regarding this opportunity.

Western Area Power Administration

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UNITED STATES DOMESTIC EXPRESS AND GROUND SMALL PACKAGE DELIVERY SERVICES FOR WESTERN AREA POWER ADMINISTRATION, ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGIONThe Western Area Power Administration, under the Department of Energy, is forecasting a requirement for United States domestic express and ground small package delivery services specifically for the Rocky Mountain Region. This procurement falls under NAICS code 492110 and identifies United Parcel Service Co. as the incumbent contractor. The performance of these services is designated for Kentucky. Interested parties may coordinate with the Small Business Program Managers, and further details regarding this forecast are available through the agency's public acquisition documentation.

Western Area Power Administration

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Logistic Courier Services for NHS Blood and TransplantThis subcontract involves the provision of specialized medical logistics and courier services to support prime contractors on NHS Blood and Transplant projects. The scope of work focuses on the transport and delivery of blood and tissue using specialized medical courier vehicles, ensuring reliable and timely shipments within the Bristol and South Gloucestershire region of the UK. All operations must adhere to CPV 64120000 standards to maintain the integrity of the medical supplies. The opportunity was posted on October 23, 2026, with a response deadline set for November 23, 2026. Classified under NAICS code 492110, the contract is managed by NHS Blood and Transplant and is specifically designed for the execution of critical medical logistics movements within the designated geographic area.

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AI Contract Overview

The contract pertains to providing courier services within the Des Moines metropolitan area in Iowa. It is managed by the Department of Administrative Services and is identified by solicitation number 005-RFB-2445-2026. The solicitation was posted on April 29, 2026, with a response deadline set for May 25, 2026. The contract opportunity is geared towards state, local, education, and other government entities and does not specify any set-aside type or NAICS code. The service location is strictly within Des Moines, Iowa, and all operations related to the contract will be conducted there. Interested parties or vendors seeking further information or wishing to submit proposals are directed to contact Paul Manges via the provided email or phone number. Additional details and submission guidelines can be accessed through the official Iowa bid opportunities website.