6640--Mouse Behaviour
This is a Request for Information (RFI) for market research, not a solicitation, seeking capable firms to supply a rodent behavior system for the VA Maryland Health Care System’s Waddell Laboratory in Baltimore, MD. The system must meet specific minimum specifications for startle reflex and fear conditioning testing in mice and rats, including sound-attenuating chambers, acoustic components, and a high-sensitivity load cell. Delivery, installation, and training must occur within 60 days of contract award, with a one-year warranty included. Responses are due by 12:00 PM EST on July 23rd, 2026, and must be submitted via email to james.ferro@va.gov. No budget amount is specified in the description.