R--Veterinarian Support Services
ID: 140P2124Q0350Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEWASHINGTON CONTRACTING OFFICELAKEWOOD, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

Veterinary Services (541940)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: VETERINARY/ANIMAL CARE (R416)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/87c58c3d14b74db28bf234423f9b7598/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the National Park Service, is seeking qualified contractors to provide veterinarian support services for the U.S. Park Police's equine and animal care needs in fiscal year 2025. The contractor will be responsible for delivering comprehensive medical care, including emergency and preventative services, for 30-35 horses and barn cats located at five stables in the Washington DC Metropolitan area, ensuring their overall health and maintaining medical records. This procurement is critical to support the Horse Mounted Patrol's law enforcement mission within the National Park System. Interested parties are encouraged to respond to this Sources Sought Notice by providing their business information and capabilities to Michelle Shoshone at michelle_shoshone@nps.gov or by phone at 202-578-9322, noting that this notice does not constitute a formal solicitation and no proposals will be accepted at this time.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shoshone, Michelle
    (202) 578-9322
    michelle_shoshone@nps.gov
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    DRAFT_FOR_MR_Statement_of_Work_VET_1.pdf
    The U.S. Park Police seeks a contractor to provide veterinary services for its 30-35 horses and barn cats located at five stables in the Washington DC Metropolitan area. Responsibilities include delivering comprehensive medical care, both emergency and preventative, maintaining medical records, and ensuring the overall health of the horses supporting the Horse Mounted Patrol (HMP). Services will utilize mobile units to deliver care on-site and include wellness exams, vaccinations, diagnostic tests, and emergency procedures. The contractor must be a licensed veterinarian with expertise in equine medicine and licensed in Virginia, Maryland, and DC. Key personnel details and provision for subcontractors for specialized services are outlined. The contractor is not considered an employee of the U.S. Park Police and must indemnify the government against claims related to their services. Payment for services will be processed monthly upon invoicing. This contract highlights the essential veterinary needs connected to the mounted patrol's law enforcement mission within the National Park System.
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