Sample Packaging, Transport, and Logistics Support

The contract requires the provision of sample collection kits and comprehensive cold chain logistics to ensure water samples are collected, packaged, and transported under strict temperature controls to maintain sample integrity. All shipments must be arranged to guarantee delivery to designated testing laboratories within 24 hours of collection, with full chain of custody documentation maintained at every step to ensure accountability and regulatory compliance. The scope encompasses end-to-end logistics support, including packaging materials, transportation, tracking, and documentation, all tailored to meet the stringent requirements of environmental testing protocols. This subcontract is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs through the Network Contract Office 19. The place of performance is centralized in Oklahoma City, with all activities expected to align with the operational demands of that location. The opportunity was posted on April 28, 2026, with a response deadline of April 29, 2026, at 5:59 a.m., indicating a highly compressed procurement timeline. The NAICS code 484220 classifies the work under Specialized Freight Trucking, reflecting the critical nature of time-sensitive, temperature-controlled transport as the core deliverable.