Opportunity
University of Minnesota Ionwave #11342.2500293.AT
RFP for Chemicals and Service Provider for Cage/Bottle Washers at Research Animal Resources (RAR) Facilities
Posted
September 03, 2026
Respond By
September 25, 2026
Identifier
11342.2500293.AT
NAICS
424690
The University of Minnesota's Research Animal Resources (RAR) is soliciting proposals for chemicals and service support for cage and bottle washers at its facilities. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota - Research Animal Resources (RAR) - Products/Services Requested: - Chemicals for use in cage and bottle washers (no specific part numbers or brands provided) - Service provider to support cage and bottle washer operations - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendors must adhere to strict submission guidelines, including a hard deadline and no direct contact with the department during the process - Prospective bidders are required to review all attachments and scope of work details before submitting questions or responses
Description
This Request for Proposal is for chemicals to be used in cage and bottle washers throughout Research Animal Resources (RAR) facilities, as well as for a service provider. The solicitation prohibits respondents from contacting the identified department during the RFP process. Prospective bidders are advised to review the Supplier Process and Information Attachment and all attributes, especially the Background and Project Summary/Scope of Work, before submitting questions. Responses must be submitted early to allow time for corrections, as the submission deadline is a hard close and late submissions or those with errors will be rejected.