Description
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Division of Veterinary Resources seeks quotes for the procurement, delivery, installation, commissioning, and training of additional Tecniplast‑compatible individually ventilated cage (IVC) rack systems for rat housing at its Bethesda, MD campus. The effort expands an existing pilot system, requiring 10 standard ER1050 racks, associated cages, lids, air‑handling units, bottle‑fill crates, and on‑site services, with a base delivery window of 12‑14 weeks and up to four one‑year warranty/maintenance options. The contract will be awarded on a firm‑fixed‑price basis to a technically acceptable, small‑business‑eligible vendor.
• Scope: supply of ER1050 racks, cages, lids, Zephyr Touch air handling units, bottle‑fill crates, installation, commissioning, and training.
• Quantity: 10 racks plus related components (cages, lids, air units, etc.).
• Delivery: FOB Destination, Bethesda, MD; lead time 12‑14 weeks after award.
• Period of performance: base delivery/installation period (≈3‑4 months) plus up to four 1‑year option periods for warranty/maintenance.
• Evaluation: technical acceptability first; price considered if technically equal.
• Small‑business set‑aside with brand‑name‑or‑equal restriction.
• Required certifications: SAM registration, AAALAC compliance, biocontainment standards.