Laboratory Relocation

The State of North Dakota’s Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a qualified contractor to execute a full laboratory relocation from its current facility on East Main Street to a new laboratory building on the State Capitol campus. The effort includes pre‑move planning, on‑site inventory, custom crating, temperature‑controlled transport of refrigerated units, handling of hazardous BSL‑3 samples, and post‑move placement. The contractor must attend a mandatory site‑visit or virtual tour, provide background‑check documentation for all personnel, and meet strict insurance and indemnification requirements. • Mandatory attendance at a July 21 2026 site‑visit (or July 22 2026 virtual tour) to qualify. • Relocation divided into two phases – ~25 % of equipment moved in August 2026, ~75 % in September 2026. • Requirements include temperature‑controlled transport, DOT‑certified hazardous‑material handling, and provision of 405 custom crates (15 per employee for 27 staff). • Contractor must supply all background‑check records, maintain specified insurance coverages, and submit a signed amendment acknowledgement with the bid. • Final bid submission deadline is August 7 2026, 3 PM CT.