--Total preventative maintenance/parts and software maintenance on the proprietary Edstrom Industries Watchdog equipment.

The Southern Region Contracting Center-West plans to award a sole source, firm fixed-price contract to Edstrom Industries, Inc. for comprehensive preventative maintenance, parts supply, and software maintenance of their proprietary Watchdog equipment. This equipment serves as an integrated vivarium management system designed to safeguard animal health, enhance productivity, and assist compliance with FDA and AAALAC standards. The services will be provided to the Army Medical Department Center and School's Department of Veterinary Services at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. The contract is set to commence around September 26, 2006, with an initial base year covering September 27, 2006, through September 26, 2007, and includes four one-year option periods for continued support. The contract falls under NAICS code 541513, which pertains to facilities support services related to computer systems or data, with a small business size standard of $23 million average annual revenue over three years. The supplies and services are considered commercial under FAR clause 52.212-1. The point of contact for this procurement is Donna S. VanGilder at Fort Sam Houston, reachable by phone or email. The contract supports essential maintenance to ensure the operational integrity of Edstrom Industries’ Watchdog system within a military veterinary environment, ensuring ongoing compliance and system reliability.