Operation and Maintenance of the Federal Chimpanzee Sanctuary System for Retired Chimpanzees

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Introduction This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes only. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The notice is open to all nonprofit organizations; however, small businesses are highly encouraged to respond. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations and does not obligate the Government to award a contract. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding: (1) the availability and capability of qualified nonprofit sources; (2) whether they are small businesses; HUBZone small businesses; service-disabled, veteran-owned small businesses; 8(a) small businesses; veteran-owned small businesses; woman-owned small businesses; or small disadvantaged businesses; and (3) their size classification relative to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for the proposed acquisition. Your responses to the information requested will assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method, including whether a set-aside is possible. An organization that is not considered a nonprofit entity should not submit a response to this notice. Background In 2000 Congress passed the Chimpanzee Health Improvement, Maintenance, and Protection (CHIMP) Act. In the Act Congress designated that the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall provide for the establishment and operation of a national sanctuary system for federally owned and federally supported chimpanzees no longer needed for research. The Division of Program Coordination, Planning, and Strategic Initiatives (DPCPSI), a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is the office responsible for programmatic oversight of the Federally Supported Chimpanzee Sanctuary System (the Sanctuary). Purpose and Objectives In accordance with the CHIMP Act, the NIH is seeking to identify qualified nonprofit private entities capable of operating the sanctuary and providing lifetime care of Federally owned and Federally supported chimpanzees in accordance with the Statement of Work and in compliance with applicable Federal laws, regulations and policies. The primary purpose of this requirement is to operate and maintain a sanctuary providing lifetime care for up to 300 chimpanzees. Project requirements This requirement is to provide for the lifetime care of up to 300 chimpanzees that have been used, or were bred or purchased for use, in research conducted or supported by the National Institutes of Health, the Food and Drug Administration, or other agencies of the Federal Government. Anticipated period of performance The Government anticipates awarding one cost-reimbursement contract, featuring a one-year base period and four one-year option periods. The options periods may be unilaterally exercised by the Government. If the Government elects to exercise these options, the Contractor shall provide the resources as stated above. Other important considerations Respondents should confirm ability to comply with: Animal Welfare Act (9 CFR Parts 1–3) PHS Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals (8th ed.) BMBL (6th ed.) 42 CFR Part 9 (Standards of Care for Chimpanzees in the Sanctuary System) NRC guidance on NHP occupational health/safety and psychological well-being AVMA Euthanasia Guidelines (2020) 29 CFR 1910.1030 (Bloodborne Pathogen Standard) AAALAC International accreditation (must achieve/maintain) OLAW Animal Welfare Assurance and USDA registration/assurances Capability statement/information sought (a) Staff expertise — including availability, experience, and formal and/or other training, addressed against the key personnel roles in the SOW: Facility Director, Attending Veterinarian, Clinical Veterinarian(s), Behaviorist, Colony Manager, animal care/enrichment technicians (min. 1 per 15 chimpanzees), and consultant veterinarians Applicable licensure (state veterinary license, AALAS LATG certification)…

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