AN41-- ****Intent to Sole Source***** Independent Ventilated Cage Systems-Columbia

In accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b) / 8.405-6(a)(2), this Notice of Intent is to inform all parties the Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Columbia Missouri Healthcare System, 800 Hospital Dr, Columbia, MO 65201 intends to award a sole source procurement for the following requirement to the large business manufacturer, Allentown LLC. 165 Route 526 Allentown, NJ 08501 MENLP160AN-0125 IVC mouse cage 10 228652-4 bottle top 1920 225663-1 feeder 1920 223581-4 cage 1920 PC250BCL bottle 1920 SLC250-275-NW cap 1920 VH35P9-8 cardholder 1920 EFS118GRP0-6A4E blower supply 10 225470 hose assembly 10 EFV113GLP0-0X00 blower vent 10 225472 hose assembly 10 RBS6E01-0043 rabbit unit 5 314820-1 resting board left 15 314820-2 resting board right 15 BW101F-PL bottle assembly 30 Packaging 15 The Columbia Veteran s Affair Research Service currently operates Allentown caging systems compatible with the existing blowers, racks, cage components, bottles, caps, cardholders, and ventilation plenums already in use. Consistency with Academic Affiliate (University of Missouri). Our academic partner uses Allentown systems exclusively. Maintaining the same equipment brand ensures compatibility, supports shared standard operating procedures, facilitates cross training, and allows for the exchange of animals and equipment without risk of contamination or ventilation system conflicts. The associated North America Classification Systems (NAICS) Code is 332999 and the Business Size Standard is 750 employees. THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement no later than 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, Thursday, August 20, 2026. Information received in response to this notice must clearly demonstrate the capability of meeting the Government s need as stated above. Include any relevant information (specifications, cut sheets, brochures, capability statement, etc.) confirming the ability to supply the products and/or any services outlined in this notice. Responses to this notice are to be sent to Latonya.hughes2@va.gov. A determination not to compete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government is not responsible for any potential costs incurred from interested parties desiring to respond to this notice.