Description
The State of Hawaii, Department of Health, is seeking a contractor to provide specimen courier services for patient specimens and non-clinical samples for public health investigation and surveillance. The contractor will be responsible for picking up specimens from designated locations, packaging and shipping them to the State Laboratories Division, and maintaining a cold chain management plan. The contract will be for a period of one year, with the option to extend for intervals of less than twelve (12) months. The contractor must have experience in providing infectious material courier services and must comply with all applicable federal and state laws.
Some key requirements of the contract include:
* Picking up specimens from designated locations seven days a week
* Packaging and shipping specimens in accordance with Department of Transportation and International Air Transportation Association regulations
* Maintaining a cold chain management plan
* Providing proof of training for staff involved in the project
* Ensuring confidentiality of all information, documents, or materials viewed or discussed
* Complying with all applicable federal and state laws, including those related to taxes, unemployment insurance, workers' compensation, and health and safety standards