Sample Transportation and Logistics Support

The contract is for cold-chain transportation of environmental water samples from remote collection sites to a designated laboratory, maintaining strict temperature control and full chain-of-custody integrity throughout transit. All services must ensure samples remain viable for analysis by adhering to specific thermal requirements and documenting every transfer point to prevent contamination or degradation. The work will be performed within the zip code 96101 and involves coordination across potentially difficult-to-access locations requiring reliable logistics planning and qualified personnel. This is a subcontract under a Small Business Set Aside, classified under NAICS code 484220 for general freight trucking, and is issued by the USDA Forest Service under the Department of Agriculture. The opportunity was posted on July 31, 2026, with responses due by August 14, 2026, at 11:30 PM. Only small businesses are eligible to bid, and the subcontractor must demonstrate proven capability in handling sensitive environmental samples, compliance with regulatory standards for sample integrity, and experience in remote area logistics. While no point of contact is listed, bidders must fully address all technical, operational, and compliance requirements outlined in the solicitation.