Sole Source Justification to University of Maryland
ID: USU_Justification_UMDType: Justification
AwardedMar 24, 2023
Award #:HU000123P0015
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES (USUHS)USUHSBETHESDA, MD, 20814-4712, USA

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: VETERINARY/ANIMAL CARE (R416)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/59749e2676684710af310f8a98d09c87/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), has awarded a sole source contract to the University of Maryland (UMD) for the housing and care of nonhuman primates during renovations at USU's vivarium. This contract involves the care of up to 13 nonhuman primates, weighing between 3 kg and 25 kg, ensuring their well-being until they can be safely returned post-renovation. The procurement underscores the importance of maintaining animal care standards in research settings, particularly during facility upgrades. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Ashley McRae at Ashley.McRae@usuhs.edu or Lee J. Oliver at lee.oliver@usuhs.edu.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ashley McRae
    Ashley.McRae@usuhs.edu
    Lee J. Oliver
    lee.oliver@usuhs.edu
    Files
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    Posted
    UMD NHP Housing SSJ_Fully Signed_Redacted.pdf
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