X-24SSEC.dwg

The file X-24SSEC.dwg is a pre-solicitation notice from Oakland University in Michigan, relating to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for individually ventilated caging systems. The university intends to procure 8-10 new ventilated caging systems to expand housing capacity and enhance biosecurity for mouse 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 and Part 5.203(a)(1) pre-solicitation notice requirements.

The procurement appears focused on specialized laboratory animal housing equipment, targeting research-grade mouse containment and ventilation systems. While specific pricing details are not provided, the project aims to modernize and expand the university's rodent research capabilities. The pre-solicitation notice suggests that qualified businesses with expertise in laboratory animal housing systems are encouraged to prepare competitive proposals. No specific budget allocation, funding sources, or set-aside provisions are detailed in the available documentation. The procurement represents a strategic investment in Oakland University's research infrastructure, with an emphasis on biosecurity and animal housing efficiency.