PLISTBC7.DWG

The file PLISTBC7.DWG is a pre-solicitation notice from Oakland University in Michigan, detailing a planned Request for Proposals (RFP) for individually ventilated caging systems for mice. The university intends to procure 8-10 new ventilated caging systems to enhance its mouse housing capacity and improve biosecurity for its rodent research facilities. Currently, Oakland University maintains approximately 2,000 rodents across 500 cages and will be seeking qualified businesses to provide these specialized caging systems through a solicitation process aligned with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 procedures.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates this is a competitive procurement aimed at upgrading research infrastructure, with the primary goal of maximizing housing capacity and biosecurity for mouse research environments. While specific pricing details are not provided, the document suggests this is a targeted acquisition for a specialized scientific research infrastructure need. The procurement follows standard federal acquisition guidelines, specifically FAR Part 5.203(a)(1), which provides advance notice of upcoming solicitation opportunities. The scope appears focused on comprehensive caging system solutions that can support the university's existing rodent research operations while introducing enhanced ventilation and biosecurity features.