Non-Human Primates (NHP) Transportation Services , WRAIR
ID: HT9425-24-Q-0007Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)ARMY MED RES ACQ ACTIVITYFORT DETRICK, MD, 21702, USA

NAICS

Scheduled Freight Air Transportation (481112)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: AIR FREIGHT (V111)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/135e6a13c52f4c96b1c2a12b6c185630/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity, is seeking transportation services for 18 Indian-origin rhesus macaques to be delivered to the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) in Bangkok, Thailand. The selected vendor, Envigo Global Services Inc., will be responsible for ensuring compliance with various regulations, including CITES, the Animal Welfare Act, and IATA Live Animal Regulations, while managing the logistics of ground transportation within the U.S., international shipment, and local transit in Thailand. This procurement is critical for supporting research initiatives that require live animal subjects, emphasizing the importance of adhering to legal frameworks governing animal transport. Interested parties may submit their qualifications by December 11, 2024, and should direct inquiries to Nathaniel Reus at Nathaniel.a.reus.civ@health.mil or by phone at 301-619-9209.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nathaniel Reus
    (301) 619-9209
    Nathaniel.a.reus.civ@health.mil
    Files
    Title
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    A02 -Non-Human Primate (NHP) Transportation Services Sources Sought.pdf
    The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking transportation services for 18 Indian-origin rhesus macaques to be delivered to the Armed Forces Research Institute of Medical Sciences (AFRIMS) in Bangkok, Thailand. This request aims to determine if commercial services exist that meet specific requirements set by several regulatory bodies, including CITES and the Animal Welfare Act. Transportation will involve both ground and international air travel, with strict adherence to health and safety guidelines. The contractor selected must obtain necessary export permits, provide proof of vaccinations, and ensure a minimum 30-day quarantine before transport. Additional tasks include serology testing for viral diseases and coordinating travel details with WRAIR-AFRIMS. Submissions are due by November 22, 2024, via email, and should include a cover page and detailed statements on the contractor's capabilities. The RFI encourages collaboration among industry partners to fulfill the requirements outlined. Key contractual and regulatory details are emphasized to ensure compliance throughout the animal transportation process.
    B01-Notice of Intent to Sole Source NHP Transport.pdf
    The U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the transportation of 18 Indian-origin rhesus macaques to the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) in Bangkok, Thailand. The selected vendor for this requirement is Envigo Global Services Inc. The transportation process must comply with various regulations, including CITES, the Animal Welfare Act, IATA Live Animal Regulations, and all pertinent U.S. laws governing animal transport. The contract entails logistical tasks such as ground transportation within the U.S., international shipment to Thailand, and local transit in Thailand, ensuring the animals meet health and safety protocols. Interested parties may submit their qualifications by December 11, 2024, although the government reserves the right to proceed with the sole source contract if no competitive responses are received. This notice underscores the importance of compliance with legal frameworks regarding the transport of live animals for research purposes, as well as the government’s discretion in procurement decisions.
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