Veterinarian Services

The Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration is seeking veterinarian services for the National Hansen's Disease Program's extensive animal colony used in leprosy research. The contractor will provide comprehensive veterinary care for 150 armadillos, 750 nude mice, 750 knock mice, and 1,000 conventional mice at Louisiana State University's School of Veterinary Medicine. Services include monthly vivarium visits, 24-hour emergency consultations, preventative medicine, facility inspections, disease diagnosis and treatment, and participation on the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. The contractor must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree with board certification and specific experience in laboratory animal care and IACUC procedures. The procurement will be evaluated using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology, focusing on technical approach, organizational experience, and key personnel qualifications. Quotes are due by 2:00 PM ET on July 14, 2025, with technical submissions limited to 25 pages.

This opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541940 with a size standard of $8.0 million. The contract structure includes a 12-month base period beginning September 1, 2025, with four additional 12-month option periods available. Services will be performed Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM at the facility located in Zachary, Louisiana. The contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed price arrangement with monthly payments made within 30 days of invoice submission and acceptance. All invoicing must be conducted electronically through the U.S. Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform, and contractors must complete mandatory records management training and submit monthly facility inspection reports. The solicitation documents do not identify any incumbent contractor or specific budget range for this procurement.