Secure Records Transportation and Chain-of-Custody Management

The contract requires secure transportation of physical paper records between U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs storage facilities and authorized digitization sites using fully insured, GPS-tracked vehicles equipped with advanced security protocols. All shipments must utilize tamper-proof packaging and maintain complete chain-of-custody documentation from origin to destination, ensuring accountability and auditability at every handling stage. The service must guarantee the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive veteran records throughout transit, with real-time location tracking and immediate notification of any deviations or breaches. The solicitation is issued under NAICS code 484220 for specialized freight transportation and is structured as a subcontract opportunity. The Department of Veterans Affairs through its 250-NETWORK Contract Office 10 (36C250) is seeking qualified vendors capable of meeting stringent security and compliance standards. Proposals must be submitted by May 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time, and the contract will involve nationwide movement of records with no specified location restrictions beyond the requirement to serve VA-operated sites. All contractors must demonstrate proven experience in handling government-sensitive materials and maintaining uninterrupted logistics under rigorous oversight conditions.