Opportunity
SAM #75N97021C00001
Sole-Source Contract Extension for Chimpanzee Care Center Operations
Buyer
NIH Office of Logistics and Acquisition Operations
Posted
June 08, 2026
Identifier
75N97021C00001
NAICS
115210, 541940
This notice concerns a sole-source contract extension for the operation and maintenance of the Chimpanzee Care Center (CCC) in Bastrop, TX. - The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is extending its contract with the University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. - The extension ensures uninterrupted lifetime care for 30-40 NIH-owned chimpanzees with complex medical needs. - Services include medical management, monitoring chronic diseases, and facility maintenance. - The contract extension is for 90 days, from June 1, 2026, through August 31, 2026. - Estimated value for the extension is $402,667, allocated monthly. - No products or equipment are being procured; this is strictly for specialized animal care services. - The extension is necessary to bridge the gap while a new contract is planned. - No competitive bidding is involved due to the unique requirements and expertise needed for chimpanzee care.
Description
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