Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0968
USDA ARS Solicitation for Quadrupedal Unmanned Ground Vehicle System
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
July 21, 2026
Respond By
August 03, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0968
NAICS
333999, 541715, 334516, 333249
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Environmental Microbial and Food Safety Laboratory is seeking to procure a quadrupedal unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) system for field research applications. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Environmental Microbial and Food Safety Laboratory - Products Requested: - Quadrupedal unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) platform - Must support autonomous navigation in field environments - Requires joint-level control and flexible payload integration - Minimum speed: 1.5 m/s - Step height: 0.3 m - Weight: under 75 lb - Software support: Python SDK and Nvidia Isaac simulation - Spare hot-swappable battery (minimum 500 Wh) - Quantities: - 1 UGV robot - 1 spare hot-swappable battery - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Onboard autonomy and support for external payloads - Hot-swappable battery for extended operation - Delivery required within 60 days of order placement - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation, but the requirements suggest compatibility with advanced robotics platforms.
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 1232SA26Q0968 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Quadrupedal Unmanned Ground Vehicle System.
This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334516. The small business size standard is 1,000. This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement
Quadrupedal Unmanned Ground Vehicle System
Attachments
Attachment 1 - Terms and Conditions
Attachment 2 - Specifications