Opportunity
SAM #127EAU26Q0055
Solicitation for Alfalfa Hay for Sierra National Forest Pack Stock
Buyer
Sierra National Forest
Posted
May 22, 2026
Respond By
June 02, 2026
Identifier
127EAU26Q0055
NAICS
311119, 424590, 111940
The USDA Forest Service, Southwest Region 4, is seeking firm fixed price quotes from small businesses for the supply and delivery of alfalfa hay to support pack stock operations in the Sierra National Forest. - Government Buyer: - USDA Forest Service, Southwest Region 4 - Contracting office: CSA Southwest 4, Albuquerque, NM - Products Requested: - Alfalfa hay, USDA grade #2 - Total quantity: 44 tons - Delivered in two shipments: 22 tons each - Hay bales must weigh between 100-120 lbs - Must be free of mold, noxious weeds, inorganic matter, debris, and non-suitable material - Suitable for feeding riding and pack horses and mules - Delivery Requirements: - First shipment: 22 tons - Second shipment: 22 tons - Delivery locations include Sierra National Forest and the USDA Forest Service Auberry Work Center - Unique Requirements: - Set aside for small businesses, including economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses - Offer prices must remain firm for 90 days from the offer due date - Hay must meet USDA grade #2 standards and be suitable for livestock feed - No specific OEMs or branded vendors are named; procurement is for a commodity product (alfalfa hay) - Place of Performance and Delivery: - Sierra National Forest - USDA Forest Service Auberry Work Center, Auberry, CA - Contracting office: CSA Southwest 4, Albuquerque, NM
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 127EAU26Q0055 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Hay Feed for Livestock for the Sierra National Forest.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 311119 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.