the fact the collector mentioned that the temp when submitted "wasn't very good".
Obviously, the temp was good enough for the collector. Otherwise the collector wouldve ordered an immediate re-collect under D/O. The reason why temp is checked is because its a measure of deterrence from bringing in a substituted sample. Once the sample is processed and sent off, temp is no longer a factor.

pH is checked to determine adulteration only (due to sample being spiked with a drop-in additive, bleach, etc). As long as the sample wasnt spiked, you have nothing to worry about.