8710--Blanket Purchase Agreement for Research Grade Animal Food and Bedding in support of VISN 5, HSA 5.1 POP: 01/01/2027 - 12/31/2031 Any funding will occur at task order level

This Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) establishes a five‑year, $700,000 ceiling for the supply of research‑grade animal feed and bedding to support the Veterans Integrated Services Network (VISN 5) Health System Agency (HSA 5.1). The VA will issue task orders under the BPA as needs arise, allowing flexibility in quantity and timing while ensuring that a qualified small‑business vendor is ready to deliver. • Scope: Provision of research‑grade animal food and bedding for laboratory‑use animals. • Funding: Executed at the task‑order level against a $700K ceiling. • Vendor: Awarded to ANIMAL SPECIALTIES, INC., an SBA‑set‑aside small business located in Woodburn, OR. • Period of Performance: January 1 2027 to December 31 2031, with no renewal language indicated.