SAM #1232SA26Q0424

USDA ARS Solicitation for Plot Combine with Advanced Weighing System and Training

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations from small businesses for the procurement of a Plot Combine for research use in Pullman, Washington. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), PWA Grain Legume Genetics Physiology Research Unit - Product Requested: - Plot Combine (quantity: 1) - No specific OEM or part number specified; open to all qualified small business manufacturers - Key technical requirements: - 69-inch hydraulic header, air ride cabin, 23 bushel grain tank - Advanced onboard weighing system compatible with Mirus software - 70hp Tier 4 EPA-compliant engine, 4-wheel drive, hydrostatic drive - Weight under 8,300 lbs, length under 200 inches - OSHA certification required - Designed for harvesting peas, lentils, and chickpeas without seed splitting - 3-step cleaning system, pneumatic conveying, 4 cameras with in-cab monitor - Minimum 24-month warranty - Local maintenance capability required - Services Required: - Minimum 2 days training by plot combine vendor technician - Minimum 1 day training by weighing system vendor technician - On-site inspection of machine upon delivery with customer and vendor - Delivery & Place of Performance: - Delivery required within 120 days after contract award to USDA Spillman Agronomy Farm, 1452 Johnson Rd., Pullman, WA 99163 - Notable Requirements: - Firm-fixed price award to lowest price technically acceptable offeror - Small business set-aside, including women-owned and economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses - All responsible small business sources may submit a quotation

Description

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

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0424 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Plot Combine.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference.  The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

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. 

See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria. 

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