Agency Animal Health Board

Contractor University of MN Veterinary Diagnostics Lab

SWIFT Contract Number 195685

Project Name State Funded Avian Diagnostic Testing

Project Number (if applicable) N/A

Summarize purpose of the contract, including why it was necessary: The Contractor provided professional veterinary laboratory services for avian diagnostic testing, specific to National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) and the National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) standards. These standards which consist of validated test procedures, quality control, and reporting to the Board are required in order to conduct the official, accredited testing needed under this contract.

Project Duration

Start Date Thu, 07/01/2021 - 00:00

Original end date Thu, 06/30/2022 - 00:00

Actual end date Thu, 06/30/2022 - 00:00

Did project finish on time? Yes

Total billable hours utilized (if applicable) {Empty}

Contract Amounts

Original contract: $495600.00

Amendments {Empty}

Contract total $495600.00

Did project finish within budget? Yes

What was the funding source? 1000/B1434000/B14BAHS

Is this a sole source contract? No

If this was a single source contract, explain why the agency determined there was only a single source for the services (if applicable) N/A

Evaluator Name Shauna Voss

Evaluator Email Address shauna.voss@state.mn.us

Evaluate the contractor's timeliness Testing was conducted in a timely manner with test results available when expected.

Evaluate the contractor's quality Testing completed per NPIP, NAHLN and AAVLD standards. Results extremely reliable.

Evaluate the contractor's cost Testing fees are reasonable compared to other NPIP and NAHLN laboratories.

Evaluate the contractor's overall performance Excellent performance.

Would you engage the contractor's services again? Yes

Describe any negative action taken during the duration of this contract (i.e., termination, pursuit of suspension, etc.): None

Please rate the overall experience with the contractor 5 - very satisfied