Accreditation of Facilities that Services Animals
ID: H9223925Q0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)HQ USASOC CONTRACTINGFORT LIBERTY, NC, 28310-5200, USA

NAICS

Veterinary Services (541940)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- CERTIFICATIONS/ACCREDITATIONS FOR EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS (U010)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/291c90065e1f4744a70a59782b91dd5e/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), is soliciting proposals for the accreditation of facilities that service animals, specifically through the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC). The contract will span five years, from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2029, and is classified as a small business set-aside, encouraging participation from service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, and HUBZone small businesses. This accreditation is crucial for ensuring compliance with federal standards in animal care and research practices. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by 10:00 AM EST on December 17, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Debbie Harris at debbie.harris.civ@socom.mil or by phone at 910-432-6637.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Debbie Harris
    (910) 432-6637
    debbie.harris.civ@socom.mil
    Files
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    AAALAC J A Document-redacted_Redacted.pdf
    H92239-25-Q-0001-Amendment 1.pdf
    This document serves as an amendment to a solicitation for a contract identified as H9223925Q0001, issued by HQ USASOC Contracting. The amendment primarily aims to introduce an increase in accreditation fees, which may change based on the size of the institution’s animal program and AAALAC's annual fee review. Additionally, it removes the SAF Statement and extends the deadline for submission of offers to 10:00 AM EST on December 17, 2024. All other terms and conditions of the original document remain unchanged. The change reflects the need for flexible fees in response to institutional changes and establishes protocols for updating these fees in future modifications. This document emphasizes compliance with established guidelines while ensuring that institutions are informed of potential fee adjustments in their contracts. The communication outlines procedures for acknowledgment of the amendment, thereby ensuring a transparent bidding process in the context of federal government contracts.
    H92239-25-Q-0001-Solicit Accreditation.pdf
    The solicitation H9223925Q0001, issued by the HQ USASOC Contracting office, is seeking offers for an accreditation fee with the Association for Assessment Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) for a period spanning five years (2025-2029). The request for proposal (RFP) explicitly includes clauses and guidelines pursuant to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), mandating compliance and proper certifications from potential contractors. Key details include the due date for offers, set for December 16, 2024, and the requirement for contractors to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The document outlines inspection and acceptance terms indicating that products will be delivered to Fort Liberty, NC, and emphasizes the importance of adhering to federal standards concerning business conduct, telecommunications equipment, and ensuring no federal funds influence contract awards. Furthermore, the RFP highlights the government’s reserve to cancel the solicitation if no funding is available. Such provisions ensure that the awarded contractor aligns with federal sustainability and transparency regulations, reflecting the government's prioritization of responsible procurement practices within the contracting process.
    H92239-25-Q-0001 - Conformed.pdf
    The document concerns a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) identified as H9223925Q0001, issued on December 11, 2024. The RFP is aimed at securing accreditation services from the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) for a proposed duration of five years, covering one base year and four option years from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2029. The acquisition is classified as a small business set-aside, emphasizing participation from service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, and HUBZone small businesses. Key information includes the issuance details, contact points for inquiries, delivery addresses, and payment terms, indicating invoices should be sent to the specified government address. The document lists the accreditation fees subject to annual review by AAALAC based on any modifications in the institution's animal program size. Several clauses regarding compliance, including telecommunications equipment restrictions, safeguarding measures for contractor information systems, and various representations and certifications from the offeror, are referenced. The RFP mandates that offerors provide specific declarations concerning their business status, such as small or disadvantaged business designations, ensuring adherence to government contracting standards. Overall, it clarifies the requirements and conditions for submitting proposals aligned with federal procurement practices.
    Sources Sought-Acreditation Of Facilities.pdf
    The US Army Special Operations Command is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the inspection, assessment, and accreditation of facilities using animals for scientific and medical training. This RFI, designated H92239-25-Q-0001, seeks industry input to identify potential sources capable of fulfilling this need for future planning. Respondents must provide a comprehensive description of their corporate and personnel capabilities, relevant experience, and past performance on similar government contracts within the last three years. Interested parties must include company details such as name, address, UEI number, CAGE code, business classification, security clearance level, and affiliate information. Responses should not exceed ten pages and are due by 1:00 PM EST on October 14, 2024, directed to the provided point of contact, Debbie Harris. The RFI is solely for market research and does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals. It emphasizes the importance of proper accreditation in facilities involved in medical training and animal use, aligning with government standards and regulations.
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