Temperature-Controlled Logistics & Delivery Services

The contract specifies the provision of overnight shipment services for cryopreserved reagents, requiring guaranteed temperature control during transit from Monday through Thursday. All shipments must maintain verified packaging integrity and include documented proof of delivery to ensure the integrity and safety of sensitive biological materials. Services are to be performed with strict adherence to quality standards appropriate for high-value and temperature-sensitive laboratory reagents used in biomedical research. This subcontract is issued by the National Institutes of Health under the Department of Health and Human Services, with performance localized to Bethesda, Maryland, ZIP code 20892. The procurement falls under NAICS code 484220, which categorizes it as specialized freight transportation services. The opportunity was posted on April 29, 2026, with responses due by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on May 8, 2026. Participation is restricted to subcontractors meeting the operational and logistical requirements outlined in the solicitation, focusing on reliability, compliance, and end-to-end traceability of cryo-shipped materials.