AN41-- ****Intent to Sole Source***** Independent Ventilated Cage Systems-Columbia
| Agency: | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF |
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| State: | Federal |
| Type of Government: | Federal |
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| Posted Date: | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Due Date: | Aug 20, 2026 |
| Solicitation No: | 36C24E26Q0089 |
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Description
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Contract Opportunity
Notice ID
36C24E26Q0089
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Department/Ind. Agency
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
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RPO EAST (36C24E)
General Information
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Description
Contact Information
History
- Contract Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Original)
- Original Published Date: Aug 13, 2026 02:57 pm EDT
- Original Response Date: Aug 20, 2026 04:00 pm EDT
- Inactive Policy: Manual
- Original Inactive Date: Oct 19, 2026
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Initiative:
- None
- Original Set Aside:
- Product Service Code: AN41 - HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE - OTHER; BASIC RESEARCH
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NAICS Code:
- 332999 - All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
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Place of Performance:
In accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b) / 8.405-6(a)(2), this Notice of Intent is to inform all parties the Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Columbia Missouri Healthcare System, 800 Hospital Dr, Columbia, MO 65201 intends to award a sole source procurement for the following requirement to the large business manufacturer, Allentown LLC. 165 Route 526 Allentown, NJ 08501
MENLP160AN-0125 IVC mouse cage
10
228652-4 bottle top
1920
225663-1 feeder
1920
223581-4 cage
1920
PC250BCL bottle
1920
SLC250-275-NW cap
1920
VH35P9-8 cardholder
1920
EFS118GRP0-6A4E blower supply
10
225470 hose assembly
10
EFV113GLP0-0X00 blower vent
10
225472 hose assembly
10
RBS6E01-0043 rabbit unit
5
314820-1 resting board left
15
314820-2 resting board right
15
BW101F-PL bottle assembly
30
Packaging
15
The Columbia Veteran s Affair Research Service currently operates Allentown caging systems compatible with the existing blowers, racks, cage components, bottles, caps, cardholders, and ventilation plenums already in use. Consistency with Academic Affiliate (University of Missouri). Our academic partner uses Allentown systems exclusively. Maintaining the same equipment brand ensures compatibility, supports shared standard operating procedures, facilitates cross training, and allows for the exchange of animals and equipment without risk of contamination or ventilation system conflicts.
The associated North America Classification Systems (NAICS) Code is 332999 and the Business Size Standard is 750 employees.
THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement no later than 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, Thursday, August 20, 2026. Information received in response to this notice must clearly demonstrate the capability of meeting the Government s need as stated above. Include any relevant information (specifications, cut sheets, brochures, capability statement, etc.) confirming the ability to supply the products and/or any services outlined in this notice. Responses to this notice are to be sent to Latonya.hughes2@va.gov.
A determination not to compete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government is not responsible for any potential costs incurred from interested parties desiring to respond to this notice.
MENLP160AN-0125 IVC mouse cage
10
228652-4 bottle top
1920
225663-1 feeder
1920
223581-4 cage
1920
PC250BCL bottle
1920
SLC250-275-NW cap
1920
VH35P9-8 cardholder
1920
EFS118GRP0-6A4E blower supply
10
225470 hose assembly
10
EFV113GLP0-0X00 blower vent
10
225472 hose assembly
10
RBS6E01-0043 rabbit unit
5
314820-1 resting board left
15
314820-2 resting board right
15
BW101F-PL bottle assembly
30
Packaging
15
The Columbia Veteran s Affair Research Service currently operates Allentown caging systems compatible with the existing blowers, racks, cage components, bottles, caps, cardholders, and ventilation plenums already in use. Consistency with Academic Affiliate (University of Missouri). Our academic partner uses Allentown systems exclusively. Maintaining the same equipment brand ensures compatibility, supports shared standard operating procedures, facilitates cross training, and allows for the exchange of animals and equipment without risk of contamination or ventilation system conflicts.
The associated North America Classification Systems (NAICS) Code is 332999 and the Business Size Standard is 750 employees.
THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement no later than 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, Thursday, August 20, 2026. Information received in response to this notice must clearly demonstrate the capability of meeting the Government s need as stated above. Include any relevant information (specifications, cut sheets, brochures, capability statement, etc.) confirming the ability to supply the products and/or any services outlined in this notice. Responses to this notice are to be sent to Latonya.hughes2@va.gov.
A determination not to compete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government is not responsible for any potential costs incurred from interested parties desiring to respond to this notice.
Attachments/Links
Contracting Office Address
- 323 NORTH SHORE DRIVE SUITE 500
- PITTSBURGH , PA 15212
- USA
Primary Point of Contact
- Latonya Hughes
- latonya.hughes2@va.gov
- Phone Number 303-712-5826
Secondary Point of Contact
- Aug 13, 2026 02:57 pm EDTSpecial Notice (Original)
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