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V -- CATTLE BRAIN SAMPLES TRANSPORTATION AND/OR DISPOSAL

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The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Veterinary Services, based in Indianapolis, is seeking to secure authorized collection sites for gathering cattle brain samples specifically for BSE testing. This procurement will be conducted on a sole source basis under Federal Acquisition Regulations parts 12 and 13, with the contract awarded to EMEDS, Inc., located in Remington, Indiana. There is no solicitation for competitive quotes in this process. All inquiries regarding this contract should be directed to Dennis Barry in the Purchasing Section. The contract, titled "V -- Cattle Brain Samples Transportation and/or Disposal," references solicitation number 66561 and was posted on October 11, 2006. The contract falls under NAICS code 484220, indicating services related to specialized transportation or disposal. The Department of Agriculture's relevant office managing this effort is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dennis P. Barry serves as the primary contact for the contract and can be reached via phone or email for further information.

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USDA APHIS awards sole source contract to EMEDS for cattle brain sample collection and disposal.

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484220 - Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local

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MN

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Mrpbs Minneapolis Mn
Contacts1 person available
OfficeMINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55401, USA
Office AddressMINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55401, USA

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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Veterinary Services (VS), Indianapolis, IN intends to procure Authorized Collection sites for collection of cattle brain samples for BSE testing. No quotes are requested. The award will be made on a sole source basis under FAR 12 & 13 to EMEDS, Inc. PO Box 414 Remington, IN 47977-8835. Questions should be sent to Purchasing Section Attn: Dennis Barry +1 (555) 000-0000.

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