Boxes used to transport blood samples
ID: VS1145880Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICEMRPBS MINNEAPOLIS MNMINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55401, USA

NAICS

Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing (322211)

PSC

BOXES, CARTONS, AND CRATES (8115)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d653a96578df400b851172932a526b07/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, is seeking qualified vendors to supply 70,000 boxes designed for the transportation of blood samples. The procurement requires the boxes to include lids and inner partitions, adhering to specific packaging specifications and dimensions, with an emphasis on using cardboard outer shells for transport. These boxes are critical for ensuring the safe handling and transportation of sensitive medical materials, supporting the USDA's mission in public health and safety. Interested parties must submit a completed price schedule, provide samples for a First Article Test by February 28, 2025, and ensure registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). For further inquiries, vendors can contact Carol Dingess at carol.dingess@usda.gov or by phone at 970-494-7360.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Carol Dingess
    (970) 494-7360
    carol.dingess@usda.gov
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    Attachment_1_VS1145880.pdf
    The document is a formal Request for Quote (RFQ) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for commercial services, specifically for the procurement of 70,000 blood boxes with lids and inner partitions. The solicitation follows Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) guidelines and outlines requirements for submission, including a completed price schedule, answers to specific questions, and registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Additionally, prospective contractors must submit samples for a First Article Test by February 28, 2025, to the specified USDA address. Key conditions include the requirement for tax-exempt pricing, adherence to specifications, and the contractor’s obligation to deliver approved samples and manage costs associated with testing. The RFQ emphasizes that the government is not responsible for costs incurred during the testing of samples and outlines the consequences of failing to adhere to delivery schedules. This RFQ highlights the USDA's current need for these specific products in support of its mission, indicating a streamlined approach towards procurement within commercial services, and ensuring compliance with federal contracting standards.
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    Question and Answer_Board_VS1145880.pdf
    The document provides a Q&A regarding a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for transporting blood tubes, addressing transport requirements, packaging specifications, and contract details. It emphasizes key specifications, such as requiring cardboard outer shells, compliance with set box dimensions, and specific marking for shipment pallets. The Q&A indicates that the transport temperature is not critical for the quality of the tubes, and partial deliveries on pallets are acceptable. Furthermore, it notes an incumbent contractor, The Piqua Paper Box Company, with an IDIQ contract set to expire on March 31, 2025. Additionally, the document outlines the shipping address for deliveries to the VS Logistics Support Center and clarifies discrepancies regarding box measurements. This RFQ process indicates the government's intention to ensure proper handling and transportation of sensitive medical materials while allowing room for supplier input on logistics.
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