SAM #1232SA26Q0290

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is soliciting quotations for a self-propelled sprayer to support weed control research at its facility in Parlier, California. - Government Buyer: - US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Offices involved: PA AAO ACQ/PER PROP (Fort Collins, CO) and AFM APD (Beltsville, MD) - OEMs and Vendors: - PBM Supply and Manufacturing Inc. (referenced as supplier in specifications) - HAV (Brand: HAV 300BCENT/C- HAV300) - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) Self-Propelled Sprayer - Part number: HAV 300BCENT/C- HAV300 - Key technical requirements: - 20-gallon fuel tank - 65hp turbo diesel engine - Hydraulic drive system - 500-gallon polyethylene tank - Hypro 9303P centrifugal spray pump - Tilt steering, on-board closed mix system, spray-rate control, cab filtration, boomless nozzles, hose reels, foam markers, and 31 X 15.5-15 tires - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Set aside for small businesses, specifically economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses (EDWOSB) - Compliance with Buy American and Free Trade Agreements provisions - Firm-fixed price contract - Early delivery accepted; offer prices must remain firm for 90 days - Place of Performance/Delivery: - USDA ARS, 9611 S Riverbend Avenue, Parlier, CA 93648 (San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Science Center)

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0290  is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Self-Propelled Sprayer.  See attachments for additional information.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 333111  The small business size standard is 1,250 employees.  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.