Sole Source Post-Award Notice
Subject: Notice of Award Sole Source Procurement
Notice Number: 36C24E26P0048_1
Award Date: September 09, 2026
1. Contracting Agency Information
Agency/Organization Name: Veterans Health Administration
Department/Division: Regional Procurement East Division
Address: Building 32 Suite 1A1111, 101 Delafield Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215-1802
2. Contractor Information
Contractor Name: Allentown, LLC
Address: 165 ROUTE 526, ALLENTOWN, NJ 08501
3. Contract Details
Contract Title: Individually Ventilated Cage Systems
Contract Number: 36C24E26P0048
Total Award Value: $353,215.75 USD
Period of Performance: September 25, 2026, to November 30, 2026
4. Description of Requirement
Individually Ventilated Cage Systems (IVC)
5. Justification for Sole Source Award
In accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b) / 8.405-6(a)(2) this contract was awarded on a sole source basis because proprietary airflow/manifold is a highly specialized service with no substitutes manufactured exclusively by Allentown, LLC. No other vendor manufactures, distributes, or services this specific system.
Allentown, LLC is the only known source capable of fulfilling this requirement without causing unacceptable delays, duplication of costs, or compatibility issues with existing infrastructure.
6. Point of Contact
For any questions regarding this notice, please contact:
Name/Title: Latonya Hughes-Contract Specialist
Email: Latonya.hughes2@va.gov