Quotation Are Invited For Transportation Services For Biological Samples

Quotation are invited for Transportation Services for Biological Samples. Date of Issue of RFQ: Thursday, September 10, 2026 Date Questions Due: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Date FHI Responds to Questions: Friday, September 18, 2026 Date Proposal Due: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 by 5:00 PM EDT Expected Award Date: Early October 2026 Triple Packaging System The proposed material must comply with the following texts: United Nations recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods. WHO: Guidance on regulations for the transport of infectious substances. IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). Packing Instruction PI650. ADR for road transport. UN3373 Biological Substance Category B. Supplier documentation requirements The supplier shall provide: Product technical data sheet; Certificate of conformity UN3373; Proof of test 95 kPa; Drop test report; ISO 9001 quality certificate or equivalent; User manual. Reference marks accepted The products offered may be the following brands: Intelsius o PathoPak® o PathoShield® o BioShield® o BioTherm® Sirane o Safe-HoldTM A4 o Safe-HoldTM A5 o Safe-HoldTM A6 Therapak o Refrigerated Biological Substance Category B Shipping System o Catalogue reference 22-130-421 Versapak o 95kPa Specimen Transport Bags Request for Quote September 2026 o UN3373 Medical Carrier Recommended configuration for public health laboratories For epidemiological surveillance, viral load and PCR: 1 primary container such as a cryotube or sampling tube; 1 certified absorbent; 1 secondary bag 95 kPa; 1 rigid outer box marked UN3373; Cold accumulators for transport between 2°C and 8°C; Shipping documentation. 1 298 Data Logger - Temperature monitoring device used to record and track temperature during specimen transport. 1 2 5 Absorbent Paper - Absorbent material capable of absorbing the entire contents of a primary receptacle in case of leakage. Pack of 500 3 2 Cold Storage Unit - Cold packs used to maintain the required temperature range for specimens during transport. Pack of 2,000 4 2 A5 Bag - Leak-proof secondary specimen transport bag (95 kPa compliant), A5 size. Pack of 3,000 5 298 Triple Packaging Kit The system must have 3 elements: Primary Container: The primary container shall: Be liquid-proof; Be hermetic to solids; Be made of shock-resistant material; Be equipped with secure closure; Be compatible with biological samples taken from humans and animals; Withstand usual transport temperatures. Have an allowable volume of 1 liter per primary container. Secondary packaging: The secondary packaging must: Be waterproof; Be certified at least 95 kPa; Resist the pressure variations encountered in air transport; Contain the primary container(s) without risk of rupture; Be reusable or single use according to the offer. The system shall include: Absorbent integrated or supplied separately; Tamper-resistant closure system; Space for identification documents Absorbent Material: The absorbent material shall: Absorb 100% of the transport volume; Be chemically inert; Do not release particles; Remain effective after exposure to temperature changes. Minimum Performance: The complete system shall demonstrate: Drop test: Resistance to a fall of 1.2 meters; No leakage after test. Pressure resistance: Minimum 95 kPa strength for primary receptacle or secondary packaging. Regulatory Marking: The outer packaging shall bear: Logo UN3373; Mention: BIOLOGICAL SUBSTANCE, CATEGORY B Senders details; Recipient details; Emergency phone number. The UN3373 marking must comply with the IATA regulatory dimensions. Storage conditions for samples: The proposed packaging must allow: Option 1: Transport at room temperature - 15°C to 25°C. Option 2: Refrigerated transport - 2°C to 8°C with cold accumulators. Option 3: Frozen transport - Can be used with dry ice or specific accumulators according to the applicable regulations. Tender Link : http://solicitations.fhi360.org/Solicitation.aspx