When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 22, 2026.

It was issued by West Virginia Purchasing Division. The work is located in New Cumberland, West Virginia, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Licensed veterinary practice or individual veterinarian specializing in equine medicine. Experience supporting thoroughbred or competitive horse racing operations. Expertise in regulatory racehorse examinations, drug testing oversight, and emergency trackside care. Ability to maintain detailed treatment records and coordinate with racing and government officials. Geographic presence in or near West Virginia.

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Overview

Healthcare Services, Wellness & Biotech

New Cumberland, West Virginia, United StatesPosted: September 15, 2026Deadline: September 29, 2026

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SUMMARY

A government authority in Charleston, West Virginia, seeks a qualified veterinarian to provide regulatory oversight, racehorse examinations, testing supervision, emergency care, reporting, and liaison services for a one-year contract.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from an accredited university
Must be licensed and certified by the West Virginia Board of Veterinary Medicine
Must have five years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in racetrack veterinary services
Must maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence
Must maintain Automobile Liability Insurance of at least $500,000 per occurrence
Must maintain Professional/Malpractice/Errors and Omission Insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence
Must be properly registered with the West Virginia Purchasing Division prior to contract award

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Technical questions are due by September 22nd, 2026.

Bid opening is scheduled for September 29th, 2026.

QUESTION DEADLINE

September 22, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

West Virginia Purchasing Division

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Charleston, West Virginia, is seeking veterinary services for regulatory oversight of racehorse health and racing operations. The selected provider will conduct pre-race examinations, support live race card duties, fulfill agency, state, and national reporting requirements, and oversee the test barn.

The veterinarian will assess the competitive fitness of racehorses through direct examinations for health soundness and injuries, oversee urine and blood sampling for chemical analysis, determine when horses may be removed from the Vet List, and treat on-track emergencies during live races when necessary. The provider will also serve as a liaison among racing officials, other veterinarians, and state and federal officials, maintain treatment and performance records, and prepare reports upon request.

The contract period will be one year. Questions must be submitted by September 22, 2026, and proposals are due by September 29, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 22, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by West Virginia Purchasing Division. The work is located in New Cumberland, West Virginia, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Licensed veterinary practice or individual veterinarian specializing in equine medicine
Experience supporting thoroughbred or competitive horse racing operations
Expertise in regulatory racehorse examinations, drug testing oversight, and emergency trackside care
Ability to maintain detailed treatment records and coordinate with racing and government officials
Geographic presence in or near West Virginia

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