Statement_of_Work.pdf

Statement of Work

Acoustic Chamber System Additions

Scope

The National Eye Institute Laboratory of Sensorimotor Research (LSR) in in need of six additional electrically insulated soundproof chambers as part of the renovation of our laboratory. The Laboratory of Sensorimotor Research performs research in the fundamental brain mechanisms that allow sensory-motor coordination, specifically the visual/oculomotor system. During experiments a computer driven projector system displays images that are designed to test perception in an awake behaving monkey. The monkey will be monitored for both brain activity, eye direction, and in some cases asked to perform a simple task. In order to gain useful data, the monkey must be isolated from distraction so that it will focus on the displays and its task. By using a sound isolation booth, the monkey and display screens can be free from visual and auditory distraction while the experiment is underway. The chambers will be utilized for the testing of non-human primates and must be designed and built to meet both stringent engineering and research requirements.

Quantity

Six (6) Total

Three (3) 8'8" w x 6'4" d x 8'9 5/8" h

Three (3) 8'8" w 5'4" x 8'9 5/8" h

Specifications

Non-porous steel skin painted with an electrostatic powder coat paint. All interior surfaces much be resistant to common disinfectants as per the requirements for accreditation by the Association for Accreditation and

Assessment of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC)

Have Radiofrequency (RF) shielding so as to not cause interference with electronic devices installed inside the booth.

Walls and ceiling of booth must use gypsum, fiberglass, or a combination of both to provide attenuation soundproofing.

Booth must have vibration isolation rails under the booth to minimize vibration.

Booth ventilation must provide exhaust and inflow silencing

Booth must have recessed lighting which is dimmable

Booth doors should include brass or copper fingers on the door seal to provide

RF shielding through the door as well.

A Noise Isolation Class (NIC) rating of 44.

Delivery Date

Mid- to late-April 2017

Delivery Location

National Institutes of Health

National Eye Institute

9000 Rockville Pike

Building 49

Room 2D60

Bethesda, MD 20892

Delivery & Installation

These booths will be required to be assembled and installed by the supplier. Delivery and assembly will also need to be coordinated with the lab renovation personnel.

Acquisition Contact

Eric D. Chapman

Contract Specialist eric.chapman@nih.gov

301-435-3910 mailto:eric.chapman@nih.gov