R416--Notice of Intent to Sole Source: Animal Per Diem & Husbandry

The Department of Veterans Affairs, RPO-E R&D, intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to the Oklahoma Medical Research Facility for animal husbandry and veterinary services. This requirement involves professional support classified under PSC R416 SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: VETERINARY/ANIMAL CARE and NAICS 541940 Veterinary Services. The procurement supports animal per diem and husbandry needs through the provision of specialized veterinary care and facility services.

Contracting Officer Renee Kale is managing this special notice under solicitation number 36C24E24Q0087. While this is not a request for competitive proposals or quotations, the government will consider capability information submitted by responsible sources to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. Supporting documentation for this notice includes a revised statement of work, a redacted sole-source justification, and a primary solicitation document.

Interested parties must submit capability information by 10:00 a.m. on July 8, 2024, to demonstrate their ability to perform the work in accordance with the provided statement of work. All submittals and inquiries must be directed to the contracting officer via email. The government maintains sole discretion in determining whether to compete the contract based on information received during this period.