6640--Sole Source Post-Award Notice Individually Ventilated Cage Systems

This contract awards a sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price agreement to Allentown, LLC for the supply and delivery of Individually Ventilated Cage (IVC) systems required by the Veterans Health Administration’s veterinary research facilities. The equipment incorporates proprietary airflow/manifold technology that only Allentown, LLC produces, ensuring compatibility with existing VA IVC infrastructure. The contract value is $353,215.75, with a performance period spanning roughly two months. • Scope: Provide complete IVC systems (mouse and rat racks) and associated components, fully compatible with VA’s current animal‑research facilities. • Sole‑Source Justification: Proprietary airflow/manifold has no commercial equivalents; switching vendors would cause delays, increased costs, and compatibility issues. • Contract Terms: Firm‑fixed‑price, single‑award, performance from 25 Sep 2026 to 30 Nov 2026.