3694--Research Equip (LAMb) - Dual-Sided Animal Transfer Stations - HOUSTON | EDA: 9/25/26

This pre‑solicitation notice announces the Veterans Health Administration’s intent to award a sole‑source contract for an AllerGard NU‑622‑400 Dual‑Side Animal Transfer Station, a specialized laboratory animal‑handling device. The agency seeks capability statements from any responsible source that can provide an equivalent product meeting the detailed specifications, including HEPA filtration, digital pressure display, ergonomic access, and a 36‑month warranty. The solicitation is not a competitive request; the agency will evaluate submitted statements and may decide not to compete the requirement. All responses must be emailed to the contracting officer by the stated deadline. Key points: • Sole‑source intent for a single laboratory animal transfer station. • Detailed technical requirements (HEPA 99.99 % @ 0.3 µm, EC motor, 16‑inch access, Made‑in‑USA, etc.). • Deadline for capability statements: September 3, 2026 2:00 PM MT, email‑only submission. • NAICS 339113 (Medical Device Manufacturing) and PSC 3694 are applicable. • No contract value or award date disclosed at this stage.