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AA15-- ***INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE**** Individually Ventilated Cage System-SLC

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36C24E26Q0087Federal

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The Department of Veterans Affairs, George E. Whalen VA Health Care System in Salt Lake City, intends to award a sole source procurement to Allentown LLC for a comprehensive set of individually ventilated cage (IVC) system components including 96 ER1050 cages with gasket-psu, 96 lids, 192 polysulfone water bottles with silicone rings, 192 grey bottle caps with seal gaskets, and配套 hardware such as power supply cables, rack assemblies, label holders, and transparent hose connection kits. These components are essential to expand and maintain the existing infrastructure of 21 Allentown IVC racks and approximately 2,600 cage assemblies, which are exclusively compatible with Allentown’s proprietary system features including stacking lugs, AirKup configuration, U channel exhaust collars, Edstrom EZLock watering systems, rear KUP seal dimensions, and integration with Ecoflo blower units. No alternative vendor can replicate this level of system compatibility, making Allentown the sole qualified supplier. This procurement is classified under NAICS code 332999 with a business size standard of 750 employees and is not open to competitive bidding under FAR 13.106-1(b)/8.405-6(a)(2). Interested parties may submit documentation demonstrating their ability to meet the specified requirements before 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, to latonya.hughes2@va.gov. Submissions must include technical specifications, product cut sheets, capability statements, or other evidence proving equivalence or compatibility with Allentown’s proprietary components. The government retains full discretion to determine whether competition is warranted based on submitted responses, and no costs incurred by respondents are assumed by the government. The solicitation number is 36C24E26Q0087, with primary point of contact Latonya Hughes at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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Sole source procurement to Allentown LLC for proprietary IVC system components to support existing VA infrastructure.

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Department Of Veterans Affairs → Rpo East (36C24E)View Agency

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332999 - All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product ManufacturingView NAICS

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Intent to Sole Source - Individually Ventilated Cage System-SLC - Solicitation 36C24E26Q0087

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → Rpo East (36C24E)
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OfficePITTSBURGH, PA, 15212, USA
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Office AddressPITTSBURGH, PA, 15212, USA
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In accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b) / 8.405-6(a)(2), this Notice of Intent is to inform all parties the Department of Veterans Affairs, George E. Whalen VA Health Care System, Salt Lake City, UT 84148 intends to award a sole source procurement for the following requirement to the large business manufacturer, Allentown LLC. 165 Route 526 Allentown, NJ 08501
Zephyr touch- tested and packed 1 Power supply cable (3.0) IEC with US/JP plug and interlocking v-lock 1 EMERAT 1050 rack 4col 7lev single-side packed 2 Top ER1050 with bottle-psu 96 ER1050 cage with gasket-psu 96 ER1050LID lid 96 EMERAT label holder universal for RFID- packed 100 Polysulfone water bottle with silicone ring (340ml) 192 Grey bottle cap with seal gasket assembly   192 Transparent hose conn kit for 89 dia top&76 dia bottom ER1050 SS only .8 meter   2
The Veterans Affair currently operates 21 Allentown IVC racks approximately 2,600 cage assemblies that are fully compatible only with Allentown components. Allentown is the sole vendor able to provide the required stacking lugs, AirKup configuration, U channel exhaust collar, Edstrom EZLock watering system, rear KUP seal dimensions, and components compatible with the Ecoflo blower units already in place. To support continued growth and modernization of the VA Salt Lake City animal care and research program, acquisition of additional Allentown rat and mouse IVC units, along with a compatible bedding dispenser, is essential to maintain system integrity, functional compatibility, and operational continuity. The associated North America Classification Systems (NAICS) Code is 332999 and the Business Size Standard is 750 employees. THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement no later than 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Information received in response to this notice must clearly demonstrate the capability of meeting the Government s need as stated above. Include any relevant information (specifications, cut sheets, brochures, capability statement, etc.) confirming the ability to supply the products and/or any services outlined in this notice. Responses to this notice are to be sent to Latonya.hughes2@va.gov. A determination not to compete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government is not responsible for any potential costs incurred from interested parties desiring to respond to this notice.

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NAICS: 238220
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Equipment Installation ServicesThe contract involves the installation of a laboratory glassware washer and a steam sterilizer at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center, specifically within a BSL-II biosafety level environment. The work must be performed in compliance with all applicable safety and operational standards for contained laboratory settings, ensuring the equipment is properly integrated, calibrated, and functional for routine laboratory use. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the NAICS code 238220, which pertains to plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors, indicating the need for specialized technical expertise in equipment placement and utility connections. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Performance will take place at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center, located in zip code 45220, and the contracting entity is the Department of Veterans Affairs under the Rpo East (36C24E) office. While no set-aside type is specified, bidders are expected to demonstrate experience with medical or laboratory installations in federal healthcare facilities, especially those requiring adherence to stringent biosafety protocols. All installations must be completed with minimal disruption to ongoing laboratory operations and must meet all regulatory and facility-specific requirements.
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NAICS: 333295
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Steam Sterilizer SupplyThe contract pertains to the procurement and delivery of a single M-23 Spindle Header steam sterilizer for use within a BioSafety Level II Veterinarian Medical Unit, ensuring compliance with stringent sterilization standards required for handling infectious materials in a veterinary healthcare setting. The equipment must meet all technical and safety specifications necessary for BSL-II operations, and the delivery is to be performed at the designated facility in Cincinnati, Ohio, with a ZIP code of 45220. This is a subcontract under the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically managed by Rpo East (36C24E), and the North American Industry Classification System code 333295 indicates classification under other commercial and service industry machinery manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of August 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time, requiring timely submission of proposals from qualified vendors. While set-aside details are not specified, the contract is open to eligible subcontractors responding to the issuance through the SAM.gov platform.
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NAICS: 333318
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Laboratory Glassware Washer SupplyThe contract is for the procurement and delivery of a Steris Reliance 300XLS Laboratory Washer to support operations within a BioSafety Level II Veterinarian Medical Unit, ensuring compliance with stringent laboratory hygiene and decontamination standards. The equipment is essential for safe and efficient cleaning of glassware and other lab instrumentation in a controlled biosafety environment, and the delivery must meet the operational needs of a facility handling potentially hazardous biological materials. The procurement is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Veterans Affairs, managed by RPO East, with performance location specified in Cincinnati, Ohio, at zip code 45220. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, and submissions are due by August 5, 2026, with the North American Industry Classification System code 333318 indicating the scope relates to other industrial machinery manufacturing. No set-aside provisions or specific point of contact details are provided in the available data.
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NAICS: 488999
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Cryopreservation and Cold-Chain Shipping of Biological SamplesThe contract requires the cryopreservation of induced pluripotent stem cell clones in three vials per clone, ensuring standardized handling and long-term viability under controlled cryogenic conditions. Each clone must be processed and packed according to validated protocols, with meticulous documentation to guarantee traceability and quality control throughout the procedure. The specimens are to be shipped using certified cold-chain logistics that maintain consistent low temperatures from the point of preparation through delivery, specifically to the Atlanta VA Medical Center, to ensure the cells remain viable and functional upon arrival. All activities must comply with regulatory and logistical standards for biological sample transport, with an emphasis on reliability, temperature stability, and timely delivery. The subcontract is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs under Rpo East (36C24E), with a response deadline of August 6, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 488999, indicating it falls under other support activities for transportation. The performance location and administrative details are not fully specified, but the delivery destination is clearly identified, and all operations must align with federal guidelines for handling sensitive biological materials intended for clinical and research use.
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NAICS: 541380
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Pluripotency Validation and Immunocytochemistry TestingThe contract requires the performance of immunocytochemistry to validate the expression of SSEA4 and OCT4 pluripotency markers on induced pluripotent stem cell clones, with all results to be thoroughly documented. This work is part of a subcontract under the NAICS code 541380, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs through its Rpo East (36C24E) organization. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, and responses are due by August 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The place of performance and specific office address details are not provided, and no set-aside type has been designated. The contract is accessible via the SAM.gov platform, where full details and submission requirements must be reviewed.
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NAICS: 541711
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Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell (iPSC) Reprogramming ServicesThe contract entails the reprogramming of human articular chondrocytes and bone marrow cells into induced pluripotent stem cells using Sendai virus technology, with full support for culture expansion and cryopreservation of the resulting iPSCs. This subcontract is part of a research initiative led by the Department of Veterans Affairs through Rpo East, focused on advancing regenerative medicine techniques through advanced cellular reprogramming methods. The work requires precise adherence to protocols ensuring high efficiency, safety, and scalability of iPSC generation while maintaining cell viability and pluripotency throughout the process. The solicitation is open for responses until August 6, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 541711, indicating it is for research and development in the biological sciences. The agreement is structured as a subcontract, suggesting it will be awarded to a specialized contractor with expertise in stem cell biology and virology-based reprogramming. Performance is expected to meet rigorous quality standards for cellular products intended for potential therapeutic or diagnostic applications, with an emphasis on reproducibility and documentation. All deliverables must include verified iPSC lines archived through cryopreservation, ready for downstream use in future studies or clinical translation.
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