USDA-Compliant Animal Transport and Delivery

The contract requires the safe and compliant transport of 20 baboons from the vendor to the FDA CBER Vivarium in Silver Spring, Maryland, utilizing USDA-licensed carriers equipped with climate-controlled vehicles to ensure the animals' welfare during transit. All logistics must be coordinated directly with CBER veterinary staff to align with institutional protocols and regulatory standards for handling primates in a research setting. The movement is governed by USDA regulations and demands strict adherence to animal welfare guidelines throughout the journey, including proper documentation, handling procedures, and timely delivery to maintain the integrity of ongoing biomedical research. The subcontract is open for responses until July 10, 2026, with a North American Industry Classification System code of 484220, indicating specialized freight transportation services for live animals. The work is being procured by the Food and Drug Administration under the Department of Health and Human Services to support critical animal research activities at the Silver Spring facility.