SAM #1232SA26Q0608

USDA ARS Solicitation for Almaco R-1 Research Plot Combine or Equivalent

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for the procurement of an Almaco R-1 Research Plot Combine or an equivalent product to support soybean and nitrogen fixation research in Raleigh, North Carolina. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Southeast Area Acquisition Office - Contracting office located at 2775 F&B Road, College Station, TX - OEMs and Vendors: - Almaco (Original Equipment Manufacturer of the R-1 Combine) - Products/Services Requested: - Almaco R-1 Research Plot Combine or equivalent - 130 HP Cummins QSF 3.8L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine (Tier 4 Final emissions compliant) - Hydraulic cooling package, 66-gallon stainless steel fuel tank, 33-gallon hydraulic reservoir - Advanced threshing and separation system - Four-camera operator cab with 7-inch color display, joystick controls, electronic CAN bus control system - Setup for soybean and data collection - Quantity: 1 unit - Part number: R1-Combine (where specified) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Equipment must meet all salient characteristics as specified in the solicitation - Delivery to 3127 Ligon Street, Raleigh, NC 27606 (SEA Soybean and Nitrogen Fixation Research facility) - Contract is set aside for women-owned and economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses (WOSB/EDWOSB) - Vendors must provide technical documentation demonstrating compliance - Quotes must be held firm for 90 days; delivery required by end of the period of performance - Place of Performance and Delivery: - SEA Soybean and Nitrogen Fixation Research, 3127 Ligon Street, Raleigh, NC 27606 - Contracting office: 2775 F&B Road, College Station, TX

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 1232SA26Q0608 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Almaco R-1 Combine

This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 333111  The small business size standard is 1,250 Employees  This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

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