Laboratory Safety Design Manual Development

The contract seeks a lead developer to create a comprehensive Laboratory Safety Design Manual that integrates biosafety, radiation safety, and chemical safety protocols with full regulatory compliance, in close collaboration with experts from the University of California system. The manual must synthesize best practices across multiple safety domains to establish standardized design guidelines for laboratory facilities, ensuring alignment with federal, state, and institutional safety standards. This effort is critical to enhancing institutional safety culture, reducing operational risks, and supporting consistent implementation across UC laboratories. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541330, indicating professional, scientific, and technical services, and was posted on April 27, 2026, with a response deadline of May 23, 2026. The awarding entity is the UC Office of the President, and the work is expected to be performed under the authority of California’s public procurement system. While specific deliverables, payment terms, or performance metrics are not outlined in the provided data, the project’s scope implies the need for subject matter expertise, extensive coordination with UC campus safety teams, and the production of a finalized, actionable document suitable for adoption across multiple UC research facilities. All submissions and further details can be accessed via the provided caleprocure link.