Laboratory relocation services & cold-chain logistics

The University of South Florida (USF) is issuing an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) for LABORATORY RELOCATION SERVICES & COLD-CHAIN LOGISTICS. The procuring agency is located within Hillsborough County, Florida. USF is requesting proposals from qualified suppliers for laboratory relocation services and cold-chain logistics to support the university's operations. The contract will require the successful vendor to provide comprehensive relocation services, including packing, transporting, and reinstallation of laboratory equipment and materials, as well as managing the cold-chain logistics to ensure proper temperature control during the relocation process. Qualified suppliers must demonstrate expertise in handling sensitive laboratory equipment and materials, as well as the ability to maintain strict temperature and environmental controls throughout the relocation. Sealed bids must be submitted via the USF Sourcing Portal by 3:00 PM EST on September 07, 2023, and the solicitation will be opened at 4:01 PM on July 24, 2023 at the USF campus in Tampa.

The solicitation encourages participation from Certified Business Enterprises, but no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond are provided. The ITN does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide any information about existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. Additionally, the ITN does not include any details about possible award values or budget ranges.