The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Allentown LLC for the procurement of specialized laboratory equipment. The requirement includes 50 units of the 1800 NEXGEN cages made from clear high-temperature polysulfone plastic, along with 50 external bottle tops designed for rat use, featuring dual pockets and various enhancements for research applications. This procurement is critical for supporting ongoing research efforts, as the specified items are tailored to meet unique laboratory needs that only Allentown LLC can fulfill. Interested vendors may submit capability statements via the NIAID electronic Simplified Acquisition Submission System (eSASS) by December 27, 2024, at 10:00 AM, with all submissions considered by the Government at its discretion. For further inquiries, contact Leah Hinson at leah.hinson@nih.gov.