SAM #1232SA26Q0542

USDA ARS Solicitation for 8 Red Angus Bulls for Oklahoma Research Facilities

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), including the Oklahoma and Central Plains Agricultural Research Center (OCPARC), is soliciting quotations for the purchase and delivery of 8 Red Angus bulls to federal research facilities in Oklahoma. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Oklahoma and Central Plains Agricultural Research Center (OCPARC) - Products Requested: - 8 Red Angus bulls - 7 bulls for OCPARC in El Reno, OK (balanced maternal and growth traits) - 1 bull for Southern Plains Experimental Range in Fort Supply, OK (emphasis on reduced birth weights for breeding heifers) - Product/Service Details: - No specific OEMs or commercial brands; animals must meet detailed genetic and performance criteria (calving ease, birth weight, growth, maternal traits, marbling, carcass quality) - Bulls must be warranted sound and fertile for 12 months, with replacement credit if unsound or infertile - Delivery required within 30 days of contract award; early delivery accepted - Virgin-Bull-Affidavit, veterinary statement, and past performance documentation required - Notable Requirements: - Best value evaluation based on animal quality, past performance, and price - Compliance with federal anti-discrimination and DEI policies - Delivery Locations: - 7 bulls to OCPARC, 7207 Cheyenne St., El Reno, OK 73047 - 1 bull to Southern Plains Experimental Range, Unnamed Road, Fort Supply, OK 73841

Description

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 1232SA26Q0542 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for 8 red angus bulls.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 112111.  The small business size standard is $2.5.  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

Statement of Requirement

Red Angus Bulls 

Solicitation Attachments The following documents are included as attachments to this solicitation and can be accessed via the “Attachments/Links” section of the posting.

Attachment 1 – Solicitation Terms and Conditions

Attachment 2 – Specifications

Attachment 3 - Virgin-Bull-Affidavit-non-AIS-vet-statement

Attachment 4 – Past performance Questionnaire

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