65--Cage & Rack Washer
ID: 75N94025Q00053Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NICHDBETHESDA, MD, 20817, USA

NAICS

Medical, Dental, and Hospital Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423450)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ba2177aa70654b5e81b5e0f3d0ec38b2/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking proposals from small businesses for the acquisition of a Getinge Cage & Rack Washer, which is essential for maintaining sanitation in laboratory settings. This procurement aims to replace an existing washer that has been in use for over 25 years, ensuring compliance with health standards and supporting reliable scientific research involving laboratory animals. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order, with delivery and installation required by May 18, 2026, and proposals must be submitted by May 8, 2025. Interested vendors can reach out to Patricia R. Matthews at trish.matthews@nih.gov or Airron Wiggins at airron.wiggins@nih.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    WIGGINS, AIRRON
    +1 410 504 9360
    airron.wiggins@nih.gov
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    Combined Synopsis Solicitation- Cage and Rack Washer_5.2.2025.pdf
    The document is a solicitation for the acquisition of a Getinge Cage & Rack Washer by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute on Child Health and Human Development, aimed at supporting the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. The announcement requests proposals from small businesses to provide this essential laboratory equipment, which ensures sanitation and health for laboratory animals, thereby facilitating reliable scientific research. The existing washer, used for over 25 years, needs replacement and must fit operational constraints without major renovations. Key specifications include stainless steel construction, certain chamber dimensions, and multiple wash functions. The contract is anticipated to be a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order, with delivery and installation required by May 18, 2026. The selection process will adhere to the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable method. Interested vendors must submit quotations by May 8, 2025, and are encouraged to review all referenced clauses and provisions as part of their response. This solicitation exemplifies federal efforts to procure specialized equipment that complies with health standards while fostering opportunities for small businesses.
    SSN_75N94025Q00053_1.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking information from small businesses regarding a new acquisition for a cage and rack washer to support laboratory animal care at the National Institutes of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). This Small Business Sources Sought notice is aimed at gauging the availability and capability of small businesses, including various designations (e.g., HUBZone, veteran-owned, etc.), to potentially set aside the procurement. The anticipated NAICS code for the project is 423450, and the contract is expected to be firm-fixed price. This cage and rack washer is critical for maintaining hygiene and health for laboratory rodents, ensuring consistent and high-quality research outcomes. It will replace an outdated system, fit into existing infrastructure without requiring significant renovation, and involve training for operators during startup. Interested small businesses must submit a capability statement with essential details, including firm size, relevant experience, and references. All responses are due by April 9, 2025. This notice is not a commitment to procure but a step towards understanding the market capabilities for an essential research support tool.
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    Acquisition of Brand Name or equal Getinge Cage & Rack Washer
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