Phlebotomy & Courier Services

Solicitation 702-05-25-002 was issued by the University Medical Center of El Paso to establish an agreement for continuous 24/7/365 phlebotomy and courier services throughout the city. The scope of work includes specimen collection, secure transportation of Category A and B infectious substances, and the delivery of blood products and laboratory supplies. Key requirements include a 5 to 10 minute response time for STAT requests, adherence to Joint Commission accreditation standards, and strict compliance with HIPAA and dangerous goods handling regulations. Phlebotomists must hold active certifications, such as those from the American Heart Association, and all personnel must pass background checks and random drug testing. The selection process utilizes a best-value trade-off evaluation, weighting experience and qualifications at 30 percent, service delivery plans at 25 percent, cost at 20 percent, regulatory compliance at 15 percent, and communication at 10 percent. Contractors are required to maintain professional liability insurance of 1 million dollars per incident and 3 million dollars aggregate. While the original proposal deadline was June 12, 2025, Addendum 1 issued on October 21, 2025, officially cancelled this solicitation, and all previous communications regarding the request are to be disregarded.