Request for Information - USAID Laboratory Specimen Transport Activity
ID: RFI_720656_2024_Laboratory_Specimen_Transport_ActivityType: Sources Sought
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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/MOZAMBIQUEMAPUTO, MOZ

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Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services (541614)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c71fa81738de489bb69b81a7ed518a78/view
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking input through a Request for Information (RFI) for a new Laboratory Specimen Transport Activity aimed at enhancing the specimen referral and diagnostic network within Mozambique's public health system. This initiative, anticipated to span five years from 2026 to 2030, focuses on optimizing the collection, packaging, and transportation of medical specimens from health facilities to reference laboratories, as well as the return of results to the originating points. The activity is crucial for addressing public health challenges, including HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis, and aligns with ongoing U.S. government investments in laboratory services and healthcare management. Interested stakeholders must submit their responses by September 9, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Henrique Cuambe at hcuambe@usaid.gov or by phone at +258 853 339 080.

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    Henrique Cuambe
    258853339080
    hcuambe@usaid.gov
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    RFI_Laboratory Specimen Transport Activity.pdf
    The USAID/Mozambique is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for a new Laboratory Specimen Transport Activity aimed at improving the specimen referral and diagnostic network in Mozambique's public health system. This five-year initiative (2026-2030) seeks input from various stakeholders, including government agencies, nonprofits, and the private sector, focused on optimizing the collection, packaging, and transportation processes for medical specimens. The RFI aims to assess interest among organizations to participate, gather technical and organizational insights, explore innovative partnership approaches, and refine the draft Scope of Work. Key objectives include reducing transport times, minimizing costs, ensuring quality handling of specimens, and supporting a national platform for reporting and coordination. The initiative aligns with ongoing USG investments to enhance laboratory services and healthcare management, addressing significant public health challenges such as HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis. Stakeholders interested in contributing must submit their responses by September 9, 2024, following specified guidelines. The overall goal is to streamline specimen transport, improve healthcare delivery, and transition towards self-sustainable public health management in Mozambique.
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