Sample Preservation & Chain-of-Custody Management

The contract requires strict adherence to cold preservation techniques to ensure sample integrity during both storage and transport, with all procedures designed to prevent degradation or contamination. Chain-of-custody tracking must be maintained throughout the entire lifecycle of each sample, documenting every handoff and condition to guarantee accountability and compliance. All data related to sample handling must be submitted within a strict 36-hour window following collection, demanding efficient, real-time reporting systems and robust procedural controls. This subcontract, issued by the CDC Office of Acquisition Services under the Department of Health and Human Services, is categorized under NAICS code 493190 and has a performance location in Atlanta, Georgia, with a response deadline of July 22, 2026. The focus is on operational precision in logistics and data management, requiring contractors to have proven expertise in cold chain management and secure documentation protocols to meet federal health and safety standards.