Distribution and Logistics Services for Laboratory Equipment

The contract encompasses the statewide delivery, inventory management, and distribution of temperature-sensitive QIAGEN laboratory equipment and consumables to all Florida Department of Law Enforcement Regional Operations Centers. This subcontract requires reliable logistics infrastructure capable of maintaining strict temperature controls throughout the supply chain to ensure the integrity of sensitive materials, with responsibilities including timely pickups, secure transportation, real-time inventory tracking, and compliance with all handling protocols specific to forensic and laboratory-grade products across Florida’s geographic scope. The contractor must demonstrate proven experience in cold-chain logistics for scientific and medical supplies and be prepared to support the operational needs of multiple locations with consistent, accurate, and documented service delivery. The solicitation was posted on May 11, 2026, with a response deadline of June 2, 2026, under NAICS code 484220 for specialized truck transportation. The contracting entity is the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and performance is required throughout the state with no specified city or zip code limitations. The contract type is explicitly a subcontract, and no set-aside provisions are indicated. All proposals must be submitted through the Florida Marketplace vendor portal prior to the deadline, and contractors are expected to align with the agency’s requirements for accountability, traceability, and responsiveness in supporting critical forensic laboratory operations.