Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0433
USDA ARS Solicitation for Cow Lactation and Dry Cattle Premix Feed
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
April 15, 2026
Respond By
May 22, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0433
NAICS
311119
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) National Animal Disease Center (NADC) in Ames, Iowa, is seeking a supplier for premixed cattle feeds under a firm-fixed price contract. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), National Animal Disease Center (NADC) - Products Requested: - Cow Lactation Premix Feed - 125 tons required - Must meet strict ingredient specifications - Dry Cattle Premix Feed - 30 tons required - Must not be pelleted or ground - Must be free of antibiotics, hormones, chemical growth promotants, animal products, bactericides, bacteriostats, or coccidiostats - Delivery & Performance: - All feed to be delivered FOB destination to USDA-NADC, 1920 Dayton Ave, Ames, IA 50010 - Deliveries must occur within four working days of order; early deliveries are allowed - Contract duration is one year - Notable Requirements: - Strict ingredient and formulation requirements for both feed types - No specific OEMs or brands named; open to qualified small business manufacturers under NAICS 311119 - Place of Performance: - USDA National Animal Disease Center, Ames, Iowa
Description
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 1232SA26Q0433 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for IDIQ contract for Cow Lactation Premix Feed and Dry Cattle Premix Feed.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 311119 – Other Animal Food Manufacturing. The small business size standard is 650 employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.