Veterinary Medical Oversight and Chronic Disease Management

The contract requires the provision of lifelong veterinary care for macaques that have been transferred to the facility, ensuring comprehensive medical oversight that includes preventative medicine, ongoing management of chronic diseases, scheduled vaccinations, and immediate emergency response services. All medical protocols must adhere strictly to the standards set by the Giraffe Foundation Accreditation Standards and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, emphasizing animal welfare and ethical treatment throughout the animals’ lifespans. The scope of work demands consistent monitoring, recordkeeping, and adaptive care plans to address the evolving health needs of each individual macaque. This subcontract is issued under the NAICS code 541940 for other scientific and technical consulting services, and is associated with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, operating under the Department of Health and Human Services. The work is to be performed at the designated location in Silver Spring, Maryland, with a response deadline of May 28, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on May 13, 2026. While no set-aside designation or point of contact is specified, the requirement underscores a long-term commitment to animal health and regulatory compliance within a federally funded research environment.