Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a quote for the purchase of an anaerobic chamber for the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. The anaerobic chamber will be used for molecular biology applications, including preserving fecal samples anaerobically and aliquoting for introduction to animal models. The chamber must have specific features, including electrical requirements, interior dimensions, airlock dimensions, and gas supply alarms. The contract will include all necessary items for the anaerobic chamber, except for gas tanks, and will include a one-year warranty and maintenance.
• The anaerobic chamber must have a standard 120V plug and interior dimensions of at least 55” x 31” x 40”.
• The airlock dimensions must be at least 12” x 14” x 11” to accommodate sample containers.
• The chamber must have an activated carbon/O2 palladium cartridge scrubber and a low gas supply alarm and leak detection alarm.
• The contract will include a one-year warranty for parts, labor, and replacement parts, and the contractor must provide on-call services for troubleshooting instrument connections.