CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES, INC.

Charles River Laboratories, Inc. specializes in the production and diagnostic testing of laboratory animals and associated biological services critical to biomedical research. The company provides high-integrity small animal models—including guinea pigs, mice, and rats—alongside advanced testing services such as sterility validation, toxicity screening, cryopreservation of sperm and embryos, and rodent health surveillance. Their technical expertise spans controlled-environment animal production, pathogen-free colony management, and regulatory-compliant laboratory testing for pharmaceutical, defense, and public health research programs. Key differentiators include precision breeding protocols, GMP-aligned facility operations, and validated biocontainment systems that support sensitive in vivo studies requiring reproducible, genetically defined models. The contractor maintains deep, sustained relationships with the Department of Health and Human Services, delivering essential animal models and diagnostic services to NIH and other HHS components for preclinical research. They also serve the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs with specialized animal procurement and health monitoring for military medical research and veteran healthcare studies. Their work is consistently aligned with mission-critical life science programs requiring strict biosafety, traceability, and compliance with AAALAC and OLAW standards. Primary industry focus centers on veterinary services, testing laboratories, and biological product manufacturing, with strong vertical specialization in preclinical research support. The contractor operates at the intersection of animal bioscience and regulated laboratory testing, positioning itself as a trusted provider of end-to-end research infrastructure for government-funded life sciences initiatives. Charles River Laboratories, Inc. is a 2L entity headquartered in Wilmington, MA, with no federal certifications on record. The company maintains a national footprint through specialized facilities supporting federal research networks, with operations calibrated to meet the stringent demands of federal biodefense, public health, and veterinary research programs.