IACUC Protocol Review and Compliance Support

The contract entails providing expert support to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee by reviewing research protocols involving zebrafish to ensure adherence to federal regulations and ethical standards for animal use in research. The contractor will be responsible for evaluating protocol design, animal welfare considerations, and procedural compliance to uphold the integrity of research conducted under federal oversight. This work requires a strong grasp of animal research ethics, regulatory frameworks governing vertebrate species, and the ability to communicate findings clearly to support informed committee decisions. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically managed by the 257-NETWORK Contract Office 17, with performance required at a location in Temple, Texas, ZIP code 76504. The solicitation was posted on April 29, 2026, and proposals must be submitted by May 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. The North American Industry Classification System code 541611 indicates this work falls under scientific consulting services, underscoring the need for specialized knowledge in research compliance and animal care practices. There is no set-aside designation specified, and the work is expected to demand precision, regulatory acumen, and consistent communication with institutional oversight bodies.