5836--Sources Sought VA Sioux Falls Health Care Center Research Department Noldus EthoVision and UtraVox XT

The Sioux Falls VA Health Care System is seeking sources for a Noldus EthoVision and UtraVox XT system for research purposes. The system includes UltraVox XT with 4 microphones, 2x deep learning workstations, 2x mouse-sized light dark chambers, 4s mouse phenotypers, 4x mouse-sized fear conditioning setups, 3 year NoldusCare maintenance plan, and onsite installation and training. The system will allow staff to track and analyze movement, activity and behavior of mice. The equipment would be used to study stress-induced disorders such as PTSD and addiction. Key features of the system include: • UltraVox XT with 4 microphones • 2x deep learning workstations • 2x mouse-sized light dark chambers • 4s mouse phenotypers • 4x mouse-sized fear conditioning setups • 3 year NoldusCare maintenance plan • Onsite installation and training The contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, assembly instructions, and delivery to Sioux Falls VA. Installation and delivery to the Research building, a one level building located on the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System campus, is required.