The National Institutes of Health (NIH) requires thirteen laminar flow animal cage changing stations—seven 48-inch and six 60-inch units—for rodent husbandry, on a brand-name-or-equal basis referencing Tecniplast ARIA CS48/CS60 models. Each unit must meet extensive salient characteristics, including ISO Class 3 laminar airflow with H14 HEPA filtration, barrier airflow, TFT touch controls, height-adjustable mobile stands, ergonomic features, and factory test/certification documentation. Delivery is FOB Destination to NIH Building 10A in Bethesda, MD, with the offeror quoting its own lead time; a 12–14 weeks after receipt of order lead time is referenced. The acquisition is full and open, with award based on lowest-priced technically acceptable (LPTA) quotation for the total of both line items, including freight. Offerors must submit pricing, product literature proving compliance, a quoted delivery lead time, and current SAM registration.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Division of Veterinary Resources, seeks 13 laminar flow animal cage changing stations—seven 48-inch and six 60-inch units—for rodent husbandry operations. This is a full-and-open, brand-name-or-equal acquisition referencing Tecniplast ARIA CS48/CS60, requiring compliance with extensive salient characteristics such as ISO Class 3 containment, HEPA filtration, and specific ergonomic and safety features. Delivery is F.O.B. destination to NIH Building 10A in Bethesda, MD, with the contractor coordinating scheduling at least two weeks in advance. The expected delivery lead time after receipt of order is 12–14 weeks, but offerors should quote their own lead time. Award will be made to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable quotation.