National Institute on Aging Animal Care Support Services
ID: 75N95025R00036Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Veterinary Services (541940)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: VETERINARY/ANIMAL CARE (R416)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fbf27787e54b4404b53b29bf4a350c9b/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 17, 2025, 1:00 PM UTC
Description

The National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide comprehensive animal care support services for its Intramural Research Program (IRP) focused on aging and related diseases. The contractor will be responsible for a range of services including animal husbandry, veterinary support, technical research assistance, and ensuring compliance with strict animal welfare standards at the Biomedical Research Center (BRC) in Baltimore, Maryland. This opportunity is critical for maintaining the integrity of research data and the humane treatment of laboratory animals, reflecting the NIA's commitment to rigorous scientific standards. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by April 17, 2025, to Emily Palombo at emily.palombo@nih.gov and Karen Mahon at karen.mahon@nih.gov, with a focus on demonstrating their qualifications and compliance with the specified requirements.

Point(s) of Contact
Emily Palombo
emily.palombo@nih.gov
Karen Mahon
(301) 435-7479
karen.mahon@nih.gov
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Statement of Work.pdf
Mar 17, 2025, 8:04 PM UTC
The National Institute on Aging (NIA) seeks a Contractor to provide comprehensive animal research support services for its Intramural Research Program (IRP), focusing on aging and related diseases. Services include animal husbandry, veterinary support, technical research assistance, and adherence to strict compliance standards. The work primarily takes place at the Biomedical Research Center (BRC) in Baltimore, Maryland, housing various laboratory animals. Key requirements emphasize providing qualified personnel to maintain animal welfare, ensure the integrity of research data, and manage extensive documentation and training. Contractor personnel are deemed essential and must comply with safety regulations and emergency protocols. The contract stipulates detailed operational procedures, including core work hours, telework options for certain staff, and strict staffing protocols during weekends, holidays, and emergencies. The Contractor must maintain high standards of animal care in line with approved Animal Study Proposals (ASPs) and oversee various compliance measures, such as environmental monitoring and quality assurance. This solicitation represents the government's effort to enhance research capabilities while ensuring humane treatment of laboratory animals, reflecting the commitment to rigorous scientific standards and accountability within federal research frameworks.
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