Laboratory Animal Research Accessories

The contract seeks the supply of ancillary components essential for ventilated rodent caging systems, including water bottles, filter tops, and cage racks, to support laboratory animal research operations. These items are critical for maintaining proper environmental conditions, animal welfare, and experimental consistency in research settings. The solicitation is designated as a subcontract under NAICS code 339113, which classifies the manufacturing of medical and dental equipment and supplies, indicating the products must meet specific technical and quality standards suitable for use in controlled research environments. The performance location is specified as Minneapolis with a zip code of 55417, and the contract is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs through the Network Contract Office 23. Interested parties must submit responses by the deadline of August 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM, following the posting date of July 27, 2026. There is no set-aside designation or associated description provided, suggesting the opportunity is open to all eligible subcontractors without preferential treatment based on size or certification. While the point of contact information is not listed, the official solicitation can be accessed through the SAM.gov workspace link for further details on submission requirements, technical specifications, and evaluation criteria. The focus remains on reliable, high-quality components compatible with existing ventilated caging infrastructure used in federally supported research.