6640--IRRADIATOR FOR COLONY OF HUMANIZED MICE "BRAND NAME OR EQUAL TO RAD SOURCE" OEM LETTER FROM THE MANUFACTURER IS REQUIRED. IF NO OEM LETTER VENDOR WILL BE CONSIDERED NON-RESPONSIVE.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information for the procurement of an irradiator for a colony of humanized mice. The irradiator should be a brand name or equal to Rad Source Technologies RS 2000-Q2 X-ray Irradiator. The contractor will provide delivery, installation, and training within 60 days of contract award. The place of performance is the VA Maryland Health Care System, Research and Development Veterinary Medical Unit, in Baltimore, MD. Key features of the irradiator include a self-contained X-ray emitter, uniformity ratio of 95% or greater, self-shielding, and compliance with radiation safety requirements. • The contractor must provide a brand name or equal to Rad Source Technologies RS 2000-Q2 X-ray Irradiator • The contractor must provide installation, training, and a one-year warranty • The contractor must provide a completed Buy American Certificate • The contractor must provide an OEM authorization/distributor letter from the manufacturer • The contractor must provide delivery, equipment installation, and training within 60 days of contract award