Specimen Transport and Chain-of-Custody Logistics

This contract involves the transportation of patient specimens from Veterans Affairs (VA) collection sites to a designated contractor laboratory. The service requires maintaining strict temperature control to preserve specimen integrity, ensuring proper labeling for accurate identification, and documenting a detailed chain-of-custody to guarantee the security and traceability of the samples throughout transit. The task is designed to support the healthcare needs of veterans by ensuring timely and secure delivery of critical biological samples. The contract, titled "Specimen Transport and Chain-of-Custody Logistics," is classified under the NAICS code 484220, which pertains to specialized freight trucking. It is a subcontract issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs through the 260-NETWORK Contract Office 20 (36C260). The solicitation was posted on June 12, 2026, with a response deadline set for July 1, 2026. While specific geographic performance locations and organizational types are not detailed, the primary focus is on upholding regulatory and procedural standards in specimen handling within the VA system.