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Preclinical Research Equipment Logistics and Delivery

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The contract involves the secure transportation and delivery of sensitive, high-value preclinical research equipment to the Columbia Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Missouri, with strict requirements for handling delicate instrumentation to ensure integrity and functionality upon arrival. The logistics must account for the specialized nature of the medical devices, requiring climate control, shock absorption, and protocol-driven unpacking procedures to prevent damage during transit. The work is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 484220, indicating specialized freight trucking services, and is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs through its Rpo East office. The opportunity was posted on July 30, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses on August 4, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Performance is exclusively tied to the Columbia VAMC location with ZIP code 65201, and all parties must adhere to federal regulations governing the movement of sensitive medical assets within VA facilities.

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Secure transport of sensitive preclinical equipment to Columbia VAMC, MO, with climate control and strict VA protocols.

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Department Of Veterans Affairs → Rpo East (36C24E)View Agency

NAICS

484220 - Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, LocalView NAICS

Place of Performance

Columbia,, PA, 65201

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → Rpo East (36C24E)
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Transportation and delivery of sensitive medical equipment from supplier to Columbia VAMC in Missouri with care for high-value, delicate instrumentation.

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