Medical Device Logistics and Delivery

A subcontract has been issued for the secure, temperature-controlled, and traceable logistics of a TAVR medical device from Irvine, California, to Saint Paul, Minnesota. The task encompasses full end-to-end management of the shipment, including specialized packaging designed to maintain required environmental conditions, comprehensive documentation for regulatory compliance, and verifiable proof of delivery upon arrival. The shipment must adhere to stringent protocols to ensure device integrity, chain of custody, and compliance with medical transportation standards. This effort is part of the Department of Veterans Affairs’ broader healthcare logistics operations under the oversight of the Network Contract Office 23. The NAICS code 484121 confirms the scope as specialized freight trucking, emphasizing the need for expert handling of sensitive medical equipment. The contract was posted on July 6, 2026, and the performance location spans the origin and destination cities without specifying intermediate stops or handling points.