Third-Party Verification & Compliance Reporting for Vivarium TAB

The contract seeks a third-party provider to independently verify and validate airflow balance (TAB) results within vivarium environments to ensure strict adherence to regulatory standards including those set by the NIH, AAALAC, and ASHRAE. The scope centers on comprehensive testing, documentation, and reporting to confirm that environmental conditions meet the stringent requirements necessary for animal research facilities, with an emphasis on air quality, pressure differentials, and system performance. The validation process must be rigorous, objective, and fully compliant with applicable federal and institutional guidelines to support accreditation and operational integrity. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541690 and is issued by the University of Texas at El Paso through the Texas SmartBuy platform. It was posted on April 23, 2026, with a deadline for responses set for May 28, 2026. Although specific location details for performance or contact information are not provided, the work is expected to occur at vivarium facilities under the university’s purview. Contractors must be prepared to deliver detailed compliance reports that can be audited by regulatory bodies and internal oversight teams, ensuring transparency and accountability in all aspects of environmental system validation.