Sources Sought - Out of Town/State Courier Services for the Minneapolis VA Health Care System

The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research for out‑of‑town/state courier services to support the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. The effort will cover daily transport of pathology specimens, mail, non‑narcotic pharmaceuticals, and small medical supplies between the main medical center in Minneapolis and 11 Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) across Minnesota and Wisconsin. Service must be provided Monday‑Friday (excluding federal holidays) with climate‑controlled vehicles (mini‑van/SUV) capable of carrying multiple insulated coolers and mail bags, and must include HIPAA, Blood‑Borne Pathogen, and security training for drivers. The contract is a base‑year (11‑01‑2026 to 10‑31‑2027) with potential extensions, and the VA will evaluate vendors on capability, equipment, insurance, and compliance with federal labor standards. • Daily courier routes to 11 CBOC sites with specified pickup and delivery windows (e.g., 4:30 pm‑8:00 pm for most sites, 3:00 pm‑4:30 pm for Northwest Metro/Ramsey). • Transport of temperature‑sensitive lab specimens, sterile instruments, mail, and small medical supplies; no overnight storage in uncontrolled environments. • Required vehicles: mini‑van or SUV with functional climate control, able to carry up to six insulated coolers and several large mail bags. • Drivers must hold valid MN/WI driver’s licenses, complete HIPAA and Blood‑Borne Pathogen training, and wear identifiable uniforms. • Vendor must provide proof of insurance, vehicle registration, licensing, and maintain a quality‑control program. • No payment for responses; information will be used for future acquisition strategy and potential set‑aside determinations.