Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1001420 Addendum 1

ISU Solicits Bids for Herbicide and Fertilizer Delivery and Application at Western Research Farm, Castana, IA

Iowa State University is seeking bids for the delivery and custom application of a comprehensive range of herbicides and fertilizers at the ISU Western Research Farm in Castana, Iowa. - Government Buyer: - Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU), Procurement Services, Western Research Farm - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Corteva (referenced for Truechoice rebates) - Kapre, Verdict, Dicamba, Tricor, Buccaneer, Zidua Pro, Defy, Powerhouse, Resicore, Atrazine, Diflexx, Intermoc, Liberty, Enlist, Incite, Trizenta, Plexus II, First Rate (with allowance for generic equivalents) - Products/Services Requested: - Fertilizers: Urea 46-0-0-0, AMS 21-0-0-24, DAP 18-46-0, Potash 0-0-60, Zn 35.5%, 28% UAN, ATS 12-0-0-26, NH3 (anhydrous ammonia), Liquid 4-10-10-2.5-.25, and others - Herbicides: Kapre Impact, Verdict, Dicamba DMA, Tricor 75DF, Buccaneer 5, Zidua Pro, Defy 2,4-D LV6, Powerhouse, Resicore, Atrazine 4L, Diflexx, Intermoc, Liberty, Enlist, Incite, Trizenta, Plexus II, First Rate, and others (with generic equivalents permitted) - Adjuvants: SUVON MSO, SUVON HCOC - Application services: Custom application of all listed products to specified acreages (ranging from 60 to 84 acres per treatment), including variable rate technology (VRT) and burndown applications - Delivery and cart rental for fertilizer application - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendors must be located within 30 miles of the research farm or guarantee service within 24-48 hours of notification (weather permitting) - Applicators must hold a valid commercial pesticide applicator license (Categories 1A or 1B) - All products must be delivered and applied according to label directions; material safety data sheets required with delivery - Compliance with detailed insurance requirements - All costs for delivery and application must be included in bids - Preference for OEMs/brands listed, but generic equivalents are acceptable where specified

Description

Iowa State University is soliciting bids from qualified contractors for the delivery and custom application of herbicides and liquid/dry fertilizers at the ISU Western Research Farm in Castana, Iowa. The scope includes various fertilizers and herbicides applied to specified acreages with specific application rates. Contractors must be able to provide services within 48 hours of farm notification, weather permitting, and comply with insurance and licensing requirements. The solicitation includes detailed bid lines for multiple products and application services.

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