Sample Management and Logistics

This contract involves the management and logistics of 903 plasma samples provided by Duke University. The key responsibilities include receiving the samples, logging them accurately, storing them at a controlled temperature of -80°C, and maintaining a rigorous chain-of-custody throughout the process. The contract also mandates compliance with handling protocols to ensure long-term preservation and quality of the samples. Issued by the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Child Health and Human Development under the Department of Health and Human Services, the subcontract aims to support biomedical research efforts by safeguarding these valuable biological materials. The timeline for contract response closes on June 18, 2026, with the solicitation posted a week earlier on June 11. The contract falls under the NAICS code 493190, which relates to refrigerated warehousing and storage services.