Bat Colony Husbandry
ID: NOI-NIAID-25-2258108Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIAIDBETHESDA, MD, 20892, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Animal Production (115210)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: VETERINARY/ANIMAL CARE (R416)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0af5873ed209435bad050b5332b101e6/view
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is seeking to negotiate a sole-source contract with Colorado State University for the husbandry of bats. The contract entails housing and caring for bats in a specialized environment that meets the standards set by the American Zoological Association and the Animal Welfare Act, ensuring proper veterinary care and daily husbandry services. This initiative is crucial for ongoing long-term studies utilizing bat models, with the bats being maintained on-site at Colorado State University until needed for experiments. Interested parties capable of providing similar services may submit a capability statement to Diana Rohlman at diana.rohlman@nih.gov by 4:00 PM EST on March 22, 2025, as this is not a request for quotes.

    Point(s) of Contact
    DIANA ROHLMAN
    (406) 363-9366
    diana.rohlman@nih.gov
    Jesse Weidow
    Jesse.Weidow@nih.gov
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