Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Doric Lenses Inc. for the provision of a Fiber Light Source Photometry Console. The console is part of the DORIC Fiber Photometry system, which includes various components such as a Behavior & Bundle Photometry Console, Fiber Photometry with Fluorescence Mini Cubes, and Fiber Photometry Accessories. The system is used for monitoring neuronal activity in the brain of freely moving animals and correlating brain functioning with animal behavior. The contract includes warranty services, technical assistance, and development of final specifications. The contractor must deliver all system materials, equipment, and assembly/installation guides. The project is for the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System, and the installation is scheduled to take place in May 2026.
• The contract includes a 1-year warranty or the manufacturer's warranty, whichever is greater.
• The system must meet specific technical requirements, including having at least 4 x USB 3.0 ports, 4 x Camera Trigger ports, and 4 x Analog Outputs.
• The contractor must provide a High-Performance Workstation set up for Doric's systems, including an Intel Core i9 13th gen. 24-core processor, 2x32GB DDR5 5600 RAM, and a GeForce RTX 3060 12GB DDR6 graphic card.
• The system includes various components, such as a CamLoop with RGB camera and Wide-Angle lens, a Danse 3-year subscription, and a Gentec-EO Pronto-SI Power Meter.