Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a qualified laboratory to perform environmental‑health monitoring of its Veterinary Medical Unit rodent colonies by conducting PCR testing for pinworm infections. The work will be performed at the VA San Diego Healthcare System with contract administration in Mesa, AZ. The contract is firm‑fixed‑price, base year plus up to four one‑year options, and requires monthly invoicing through the Tungsten‑Network. The contractor must provide certified test results, comply with VA security and certification clauses, and submit required forms (VA Form 10091, W‑9, SAM registration).
• Perform PCR‑based pinworm testing on sentinel and quarantine rodent samples.
• Deliver laboratory test reports to the VA San Diego Research Department.
• Meet AAALAC, AWE, and ORO compliance standards and adhere to VA’s DEI, security, and sustainable‑product clauses.
• Provide monthly invoices; contract may extend up to five years total.
• Must have active SAM registration, VA‑required certifications, and capable of handling confidential animal‑research data.