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This image shows a plain gray chipboard box and lid that appears to be a prototype or sample related to the solicitation for blood sample transport containers. The box has a simple rectangular design with clean lines and appears to be constructed from rigid chipboard material, consistent with the specifications calling for caliber .048 chipboard with kraft overwrap.

The solicitation (VS1145880) from USDA APHIS seeks 70,000 blood sample transport boxes with lids and 70,000 inner partitions. The boxes must be two-piece partial telescope setup boxes measuring 6 3/8" L x 2" W x 3 7/8" H, designed to hold 40 round bottom tubes (13x100mm). Inner partitions must be caliber .040 chipboard with 40 individual slots. This is a small business set-aside under NAICS 322211 with first article testing required. Quotes and test samples are due February 28, 2025, with questions due by February 17, 2025. Products must be delivered FOB destination to Kansas City, MO with Net 15 payment terms. Detailed packaging, marking and shipping requirements are specified for proper handling of medical materials.