R416--554 | Research Lab Animal Veterinary Services | 541940 | R416
ID: 36C25924Q0370Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259)Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, USA

NAICS

Veterinary Services (541940)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: VETERINARY/ANIMAL CARE (R416)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/1185356eda7b4c83abef2107899d1e38/view
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    Sources Sought VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking Research Lab Animal Veterinary Services. This service is typically used for providing qualified veterinary medical services for the VA Eastern Colorado Healthcare System (ECHCS) Medical Research Animal Care and Use Program. The service requires a clinical veterinarian with experience in laboratory animal medicine and research. The procurement will be conducted through full and open competition, and multiple awards may be made. Interested organizations should submit a capability statement to Blake Rowland at Blake.Rowland@va.gov and NCO19Services1@va.gov by April 8th, 2024.

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    Blake RowlandContracting Specialist
    (000) 000-0000
    Blake.Rowland@va.gov
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