The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Cayuse Holdings LLC for the provision of Cayuse Vivarium Software, which includes an Access and Service Agreement covering Animal Oversight, Vivarium Operations, and Veterinary Care. This software is uniquely suited to meet the specific needs of the NIEHS, and the procurement is being conducted under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 1901, as outlined in FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), which allows for a sole source acquisition when only one responsible source is available. The contract will cover a base period from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with two additional option years available. Interested parties that believe they can fulfill the requirements are encouraged to submit a capability statement to Joseph Williams at joseph.williams2@nih.gov by December 12, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST, although this notice is not a solicitation for quotes.

THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT AND NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS.  
The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), Research Triangle Park,NC intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Cayuse Holdings LLC, 72632 Coyote Rd, Pendleton, OR 97801-1002, UEI: PRLJRAHCNE97. This acquisition is conducted under the authority of 41 United States Code (U.S.C.) 1901 as set forth in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b)(1)- Only One Responsible Source.

This purchase is for: Cayuse Vivarium Software (Access and Service Agreement to include Animal Oversight, Vivarium Operations, and Vet Care). This is a unique software requirement with only one source available which can meet the government’s needs.

Period of Performance:

Base: 1/1/2026 - 12/31/2026

Option 1: 1/1/2027 - 12/31/2027

Option 2: 1/1/2028 - 12/31/2028

This notice of intent is not a solicitation or request for quotes. Notwithstanding, any responsible source that believes it is capable of meeting NIEHS requirement, may submit capability statement. Responses to this posting must be submitted via email to joseph.williams2@nih.gov, by December 12, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST.

A determination by the Government not to compete this contract action based upon responses to this notice is solely with the discretion of the Government. Information received will only be considered for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

There is no solicitation package available. For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Mr. Joseph Williams at the above email address.

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