Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from capable firms for the provision of a Rodent Behavior System for the Research & Development Service Waddell Laboratory. The system should include a sound attenuating chamber, acoustic startle reflex component, fear potential startle accessory, and high sensitivity load cell. The contractor will be responsible for delivery, installation, and training within 60 days of contract award. The system will be used to investigate the effects of psychoactive substances on fear in rodents.
Key features of the system include:
• Sound Attenuating Chamber size: 22 in W x 27.5 in H x 14 in D
• Db range for noise bursts: 70-120
• Hertz range for pure tone: 100 Hz-70 kHz
• Watts for electrical stimulation: 0.1 mA-1 mA
• High Sensitivity Load Cell: 0-4096 Units, digitized scale
• Small, medium and large (mouse to adult rat) capability
The contractor will also provide a 12-month warranty and technical support.