Rates

Per Diem Rates by Species

Species Cage Size FY22 FY23 FY24
Mouse Small $0.47 $0.50 $0.53
  Autoclaved Small $0.68 $0.71 $0.74
  Large $0.71 $0.75 $0.80
  Autoclaved Large $0.92 $0.96 $1.01
Rat Small $0.79 $0.84 $0.89
  Autoclaved Small $1.00 $1.05 $1.10
  Large $1.05 $1.12 $1.19
  Autoclaved Large $1.26 $1.33 $1.40
Vole Small $0.49 $0.52 $0.56
  Large $0.74 $0.78 $0.83
Gerbil   $0.73 $0.78 $0.83

Per diems include:

  • Routine and standard husbandry care, including caging, bedding, feed, enrichment, and other consumable supplies
  • Routine veterinary care, including consultation, initial diagnostics, and treatment
  • Emergency veterinary care for illnesses and injuries not related to research activities
  • Colony health monitoring program
  • Purchase and maintenance of standard equipment and supplies required for operation of LAR facilities
  • Facility maintenance and housekeeping supplies
  • Standard personal protective equipment
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Waste disposal
  • Accreditation fees and professional memberships
  • Telecommunications
  • LAR personnel pre-employment screening
  • LAR personnel salaries

Last Updated: Friday, May 28, 2021 at 3:39 PM