Irradiated Sani-chip Bedding

The Food and Drug Administration’s National Center for Toxicological Research requires irradiated Sani-chip bedding for use in primary enclosures housing mainly rodent species at its vivarium research facilities in Jefferson, Arkansas. This bedding serves multiple functions including providing a substrate for resting and sleeping, absorbing moisture to limit microbial growth and reduce intracage ammonia buildup, and minimizing animal contact with waste. Additionally, it supports animal well-being by offering sensory and motor stimulation along with opportunities for natural behaviors such as foraging, digging, and burrowing, and aids in thermoregulation. The contract, identified by solicitation number 75F40126Q132197 and posted on January 30, 2026, will be awarded without any set-aside restrictions. The work falls under NAICS code 334517 and is managed by the FDA's office located in Rockville, Maryland. Responses to the solicitation must be submitted by February 10, 2026. Point of contact for this contract includes David Kramer as the primary contact and Nick Sartain as the secondary contact, both accessible via provided FDA email addresses. The contract involves a combined acquisition and emphasizes maintaining sanitation and animal welfare within the research facilities.