RFP_UCD CNPRC CAGES AND RACKS_003944_KE

Agency:	University of California
State:	California
Type of Government:	State & Local
NAICS Category:	332999 - All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
Posted Date:	Mar 23, 2026
Due Date:	Apr 10, 2026
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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS, CALIFORNIA NATIONAL PRIMATE RESEARCH CENTER (CNPRC)

003944-UCD CNPRC CAGES AND RACKS

The purpose of this Request (“RFx”) is to invite qualified bidders to prepare and submit a proposal for

cages and racks for non-human primates in accordance with the requirements set forth in this RFx.

REQUIREMENTS

• Drawings and specifications showing measurements, materials, and fitment. 3D rendering is

required.

• Caster Technology Corporation is the preferred vendor for wheels.

o Wheels and castors must be from Caster Technology Corporation, 1-800-475-4242,

sales@castertech.com

o Wheels without locks: 1040-520S-URSU-RE-S600-RS;

o Wheels with locks: 1040-520S-URSU-RE-S600-BF-RS

o List current welding certifications

o Upon delivery all caging will be inspected. If basic minimum specifications are not met,

fit and finish are not acceptable, caging will be returned at vendors expense.

o Prototype sample maybe required. Terms and conditions to be negotiated.

o Estimated shipping charges shall be provided.

o ETA shall be 3-6 months from PO issue.

Delivery Address:

UC Davis CNPRC County Road 98

Davis, CA 95616-5270

Delivery Times:

Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm (Closed from 12pm-1pm)

No Weekends

No Holidays

PRICE ADJUSTMENTS

Price adjustments must be accepted by both parties in writing.

PAYMENTS

Supplier will have direct record management in the new PaymentWorks system, which assists in

ensuring that the university is compliant with applicable laws/regulations. The process includes ACH

(Automated Clearinghouse). Supplier can use PaymentWorks which is a secure platform to update their

preferred payment method and banking information as needed. PaymentWorks offers better security of

sensitive data (including, but not limited to, tax IDs).

In PaymentWorks, Supplier has direct access to notify the university of name changes, tax ID change, or

merger/acquisitions changing the makeup of their supplier record.

Payment and Settlement Terms

With acceptance of PaymentWorks, the University of California can extend various terms, which means

that remittance will be transmitted relatively following full approval of an invoice. Alternative payment

methods include ACH, or paper check, with varying discounts and net terms offered. Note, some

federally funded projects may have additional constraints on providing payment within 30 days.

Federal Funds and sales tax reduction

This is a Federally funded project and qualifies for sales tax reduction.

VALIDITY PERIOD

“Validity Period” as used in this provision, means the number of calendar days available to UC for

awarding a Purchase Agreement. All proposals will remain available for UC acceptance for a minimum of

120 days following the RFx closing date.

METHOD OF AWARD

The University will award on Lowest Cost. Unless stated otherwise in this RFx, the University reserves

the right to make multiple awards or to award items separately or in the aggregate as the interests of

University may appear. The University reserves the right to reject all proposals and to make no award.

BID TIMELINE

Suppliers interested in bidding, should reference the following schedule. A supplier may be disqualified

for failing to adhere to the performance dates and times specified below:

Electronic Request for Proposal Issued:

Question & Answer Period:

Deadline for Submission of Electronic Proposal:

Proposal Review, Contract Negotiations and Award:

Top Candidates Notified with Request for Interview:

Meetings and Follow-Up with Top Candidate Firms:

Final Selection and Top Candidate Notified:

March 23, 2026 12:00PM PT through April 10, 2026

March 23, 2026 12:01PM PT through April 2, 2026

April 10, 2026 5:00PM PT

TBD

BIDDER INSTRUCTIONS

Bidders must register at the CalUSource website: https://smart.gep.com/publicRFx/ucal?oloc=215#/.

Responses must follow the process specified in the SUPPLIER BIDDING GUIDE and within this RFx.

Proposals must be submitted by a company representative authorized to enter into agreements on

behalf of the Bidder. The submission of a proposal will confirm understanding and acceptance of all

requirements, terms and conditions of this RFx.

VENDOR SIGNATURE, CERTIFICATIONS AND CONTACTS FORM

Complete, sign and upload the Vendor Signature, Certifications and Contact Form located in the

“Attachments” section of this bid. This signed page is required for a responsive bid.

COMMUNICATIONS REGARDING THIS RFx

This RFx is being issued by the University of California, Davis, Procurement & Contracting Services

Department. The University RFx Administrator, Kathy Entao, is the point of contact, regarding all

procurement and contractual matters relating to the requirements described in this RFx. All questions

must be directed in writing using the bid system to University RFx Administrator, Kathy Entao.

Last day to enter questions is April 02, 2026, 3:00PM PT. Any written responses conveying material

information shall be provided to all recipients of the original solicitation and those answers will be

posted to the bid system. Bidders who seek or receive information regarding this solicitation from any

University official other than listed above, may be declared non-responsive and removed from further

consideration for award. Bidders’ questions and any University answers will become public records.

Proposer Questions:

Each Proposer shall exercise their best professional, independent judgment in analyzing the

requirements of this RFP to ascertain whether additional clarification is necessary or desirable before

responding. If there are any discrepancies in, omissions to, or questions about the information provided

in the RFP or by any other source, a request shall be submitted via the CalUSource portal using the

Discussion Forum (

), which is located on the top right of the supplier’s workspace.

All contacts during the proposal process shall be through the Procurement and Contracts Division.

Attempts by the proposer to contact department representatives may result in disqualification of the

proposer from the proposal process.

RESOURCES FOR HELP – CALUSOURCE SYSTEM

Bidder is strongly encouraged to complete and submit at least 24 hours prior to the deadline to allow for

technical difficulties. If a supplier is experiencing issues with the CalUSource system, they may acquire

assistance by emailing support@gep.com

INSURANCE

Supplier will comply will all University requirements for General Liability, Automobile and Worker’s

Compensation Insurance. “The Regents of the University of California” must be named as additional

insured on General Liability and Automobile Insurance policies.

Required Coverage:

Comprehensive or commercial form GENERAL LIABILITY insurance limits:

(1) $1,000,000.00 each occurrence, $2,000,000.00 products/completed operations and general

aggregate, $1,000,000.00 personal injury, $2,000,000.00 aggregate

(2) AUTO LIABILITY: $1,000,000.00

(3) Proof of WORKER’S COMPENSATION as required under California State Law. Liability with limits

of $1,000,000 per occurrence.

***NOTE TO BROKER: BOTH the GL and AUTO certificate(s) MUST indicate “the Regents of the

University of California” as an Additional Insured; Certificate Holder as “The University of California,

Davis, One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA 95616”.

UNIVERSITY RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT QUOTES OR WAIVE AMBIGUITIES

The University reserves the right to negotiate each and every aspect of any proposal received in

response to this RFx. In addition, the University may require additional cost and pricing data or

documentation prior to award of any Contract in whole or in part which may result from this RFx. It also

reserves the right to negotiate with the apparent Successful Bidder(s) (i.e., lowest cost) all terms and

conditions of a final Contract whether or not such terms and conditions are specified by this RFx. Such

terms and conditions may include the proposed financial structure, quality standards, delivery,

invoicing/billing administration and other administrative business issues. The University reserves the

right to negotiate any elements of cost before awarding a Contract in response to this RFx. If the

University and the apparent Successful Bidder(s) are unable to reach an agreement, the University may

go to the bidder with the next lowest cost, but is not required to do so.

All proposals shall be rejected when, in the opinion of University, an award would not be in the best

interest of University. Any proposal which, in the opinion of University, is determined to be non-

responsive or is made by a Bidder who is non-responsive shall be rejected. University reserves, at its sole

discretion, the right to accept or reject any proposal, in whole or in part, without comment; providing,

no Bidders have been notified of University's intent to negotiate for the purpose of establishing an

agreement; or, no award has been made.

University reserves the right to waive any irregularity in any offer providing such waiver does not afford

an unfair advantage to one bidder over the others or providing the waiver of such irregularity does not

materially alter the results of the standings. University reserves the right to award all, part, or none of

the goods or services when, in University’s sole opinion, it is in its best interest to do so.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR CAGE #1

Specifications: 6.3 sq.ft. Two-Over-Two Rack

• Constructed of 304 Stainless Steel.

• Wet Waste System design for easy hose down.

• Rack Dimensions are approx. 63” long x 39” wide x 79” tall.

• Supported by 4” SS (Autoclavable) Casters, Locking and Non-Locking options.

• Frame of Rack has various 1/8” thick formed SS channels used for hanging cages

and vertical frame supports.

• End Frames are made with 1-1/2” x 1-1/2” SS Box Tube.

• Wet Waste Pans provided made from 16ga. SS Sheet, sloped to rear of rack.

• Waste Trough and Down Spout provided.

• Wall Locks provided.

• No Bumpers on these Racks.

• Mounting Hardware/Fasteners for hanging cages is provided.

• Heavy Duty Water Line included made from ½” SS Schedule 40 Pipe, includes

Edstrom fittings: Quick disconnect pointed down, Drain and (4) Drinking Valves.

• Bead Blasted to a Matte Finish.

Specifications: 6.3 sq.ft. 36” tall RH/LH Top and Bottom Cages

• All #304 Stainless Steel construction.

• Total quantity of 24 Paired 36” tall 6.0 Sq. Ft. Cages, 12 RH, and 12 LH.

• Approximate dimensions of cages are 27-1/2” deep x 34” wide x 36-1/2” tall.

• Cages are Rack Mounted using three Keyholes at rear of Cage. (pegs on rack)

• Back and Side Sheet is made with 16ga. SS.

• Cage Wire consists of a .162” Dia. SS Welded Wire Panel, 1” x 1” Floor and 1” x 3”

Front and Top sections formed into “U” Shape.

• Paired opening has encapsulated Solid (LH) and Perforated (RH) Divider Panel.

• Full Height SOLID SS Divider included per paired LH Cage. (2 per rack)

• Full Height Perforated SS Divider included per paired RH Cage. (2 per rack)

• A Horizontal Sliding Animal Door provided.

• Thermal Neutral Perch provided made with ½” SS Rod and Thermal Neutral Panel.

• A Squeeze Back with dual UHMW guided slide pull Handles and SS Latches for

smooth and easy operation. Latches in various forward positions. Cut out for Perch.

• Squeeze Tray made with .162” Dia. Welded Wire Panel with ¼” Dia. perimeter rod.

• Transfer Box Rod provided.

• Food Slots provided in lower front corner of Cages.

• Bead Blasted to a Matte Finish.

This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.

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