6636--Research Equip (LAMb) - Automatic Bedding Dispensers - LA | EDA: 9/25/26

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to purchase three automated bedding dispensers to support research animal care operations at the VA Greater Los Angeles West Los Angeles location. The dispensers should have specific dimensions, construction, and features such as customizable exact bedding amounts and compatibility with various cage sizes and bedding types. The ideal dispenser should also have a user-friendly control interface, safety features, and meet certain electrical and filtration standards. Some key features and requirements include: • American-made items are preferred • Specific dimensions: 34.4 in x 30.5 in x 81.7 in • Construction: powder-coated steel frame, 18 ga. steel exterior panels, and 304 stainless steel interior parts • Dispensing capability: compatible with various cage sizes and bedding types, customizable exact bedding amounts • Safety features: motion sensor-directed work-area airflow, integrated pre-filter and H13 HEPA filtration • Electrical requirements: 100–115V, 50/60 Hz, 20A, single phase