VETERINARIAN SERVICES

Quick Summary

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Western Fisheries Research Center (WFRC) in Seattle, WA, is soliciting quotes for Veterinary Services. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The services are required to support scientific research on aquatic animals, ensuring animal welfare and compliance with regulations. Quotes are due by Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 10:00am PT.

Scope of Work

The selected contractor will provide comprehensive veterinary medical care for the WFRC's aquatic laboratory animal program. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing veterinary medical care in accordance with "Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals" and "PHS Policy."
• Monitoring the health status of aquatic animals, including water quality, animal care data, and mortality logs (minimum 4 hours/month at Seattle).
• Serving as a voting member of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), attending meetings, assisting with procedures, and conducting facility inspections.
• Conducting annual facility site inspections at the Seattle main laboratory and Marrowstone Marine Field Station (Nordland, WA).
• Assisting in developing and reviewing aquatic animal specific standard operating procedures (SOPs) and providing staff training. Qualified personnel must possess a DVM or equivalent degree, eligibility for state licensure, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in aquatic animal veterinary medicine, preferably with salmonid health, and the ability to conduct independent diagnostic work.

Contract & Timeline

• Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quote)
• Duration: Base year (May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027) plus one option year (May 1, 2027 - April 30, 2028).
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
• NAICS Code: 541940 (Veterinary Services), Size Standard: $10 million
• Product Service Code: R416 (Support-Professional: Veterinary/Animal Care)
• Place of Performance: Seattle, WA, and Nordland, WA.
• Published Date: April 8, 2026

Submission & Evaluation

• Questions Due: Monday, April 13, 2026, at 10:00am PT. Submit to elizabeth_adam@ios.doi.gov.
• Quotes Due: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 10:00am PT. Quotes must be uploaded; hardcopy or web portal submissions will not be accepted.
• Required Submissions: Signed SF-18, firm fixed price quote, technical information (work plan, CV, experience, past performance, references), and System for Award Management (SAM) Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
• Evaluation Factors: Experience and expertise of key personnel (minimum 5 years relevant experience), Past Performance, and Price. Non-price factors are considered more important than price.

Contact Information

• Primary Point of Contact: Elizabeth Adam (eadam@usgs.gov, (916) 278-9441)