PLIST2-1.DWG

The file PLIST2-1.DWG is a pre-solicitation notice from Oakland University in Michigan, related to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for individually ventilated caging systems. The university intends to procure 8-10 new ventilated caging systems to expand its mouse housing capacity and enhance biosecurity for its rodent research facilities. Currently, Oakland University maintains approximately 2,000 rodents across 500 cages and seeks to improve its animal research infrastructure through this procurement.

The solicitation will be conducted in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 procedures, with a focus on qualifying businesses capable of providing specialized vivarium equipment. While specific pricing details are not provided in the document, the procurement appears aimed at modernizing and expanding the university's research animal housing capabilities. The pre-solicitation notice suggests this is an initial information-sharing step before the formal RFP release, giving potential vendors advance notice of the upcoming procurement opportunity in the research equipment market.