Milk Sample Packaging, Preservation, and Transport

This contract involves the collection, temperature-controlled packaging, and transportation of milk samples from Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, to a designated testing facility, ensuring that samples maintain integrity through strict cold chain logistics. The terms specify F.O.B. Destination, indicating that responsibility for the samples transfers only upon delivery, emphasizing the need for careful handling and preservation throughout the transit process. Issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service, this subcontract is set aside entirely for small businesses under SBA regulations. The work primarily falls under the NAICS code 484220, which pertains to refrigerated warehousing and storage, aligning with the contract's focus on maintaining proper temperature conditions. The solicitation was posted on May 26, 2026, with responses due by June 3, 2026. The place of performance is Prairie du Sac, WI, with the overall goal of safeguarding sample quality for accurate downstream analysis.