X-06SRD.DWG

The file X-06SRD.DWG is a pre-solicitation notice from Oakland University in Michigan, relating to a planned Request for Proposals (RFP) for individually ventilated caging systems. The university intends to procure 8-10 new ventilated caging systems to enhance its mouse housing capacity and improve biosecurity for rodent research facilities. Currently, Oakland University maintains approximately 2,000 rodents across 500 cages and will be seeking qualified businesses to provide these specialized laboratory animal housing systems through a solicitation governed by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 procedures.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates this is a competitive procurement process aimed at upgrading existing research infrastructure. While specific pricing details are not provided, the project represents a strategic investment in scientific research facilities. The solicitation is structured as a pre-announcement in compliance with FAR Part 5.203(a)(1), suggesting potential vendors should prepare comprehensive proposals demonstrating their capability to meet the university's specialized vivarium equipment requirements. The focus appears to be on acquiring high-performance ventilated caging systems that can support advanced research protocols while ensuring optimal animal welfare and biosecurity standards.