Noldus CatWalk XT Gait Analysis System

The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) seeks to purchase a complete Noldus CatWalk XT gait analysis system (or equivalent) to enable high‑throughput, non‑invasive locomotor assessments in rodent models of neurological, neuromuscular, and musculoskeletal disease. The acquisition includes hardware (walkway, high‑speed camera, illumination, cables), software licenses with advanced footprint classification and analysis modules, on‑site installation, training, a one‑year technical support package, and delivery within 60 days of order receipt. The contract will be awarded to the most advantageous small‑business offer based on technical capability, past performance, and price, with technical factors weighted more heavily than cost. • Required equipment: Noldus CatWalk XT hardware (glass walkway, camera, illumination), software suite with automatic footprint classification, data analysis and visualization tools. • Services: on‑site setup, training, 1‑year technical support, maintenance releases. • Delivery: within 60 days after order receipt; all shipping/handling costs must be included in the quote. • Evaluation criteria: technical capability, past performance (significantly weighted), and price. • Small‑business set‑aside (SB) – NAICS 334516, size standard 1,000 employees. • Submission deadline: 12:00 PM EST, September 14, 2026; electronic submission to Sarah Bank.