X-04SRD.dwg

The file X-04SRD.dwg is a pre-solicitation notice from Oakland University in Michigan, related to a procurement opportunity for individually ventilated caging systems. The university intends to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 procedures to acquire 8-10 new ventilated caging systems, with the primary objectives of maximizing housing capacity and enhancing biosecurity for mouse research facilities. Oakland University currently maintains approximately 2,000 rodents across 500 cages and seeks to upgrade its existing infrastructure through this solicitation.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates this is a competitive procurement targeting businesses capable of supplying specialized laboratory animal housing equipment. While specific pricing details are not provided, the document suggests the procurement is aligned with standard federal acquisition protocols. The university's current rodent housing capacity and biosecurity requirements appear to be driving factors in this equipment replacement initiative. No specific budget allocation or funding source is detailed in the available documentation, though the solicitation is being conducted through a formal federal procurement process that typically involves competitive bidding and comprehensive technical evaluation.