Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1093
Nitrogen Generator System Maintenance and Repair for USDA ARS (Shifletts & Kaeser OEMs)
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
August 06, 2026
Respond By
August 17, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1093
NAICS
811310
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking small business contractors to provide comprehensive service and maintenance for nitrogen generator systems at two research facilities in Washington and Oregon. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division, ARS-1232SA - Locations: Tree Fruit Research Laboratory (Wenatchee, WA) and Mid-Columbia Experiment Station (Hood River, OR) - OEMs and Vendors: - Shifletts (membrane nitrogen generators) - Kaeser (SM 7.5 compressors) - Products/Services Requested: - Monthly onsite maintenance and monitoring of Shifletts membrane nitrogen generators and Kaeser SM 7.5 compressors - Consumable replacement and repair services using OEM parts - Immediate onsite response within 24 hours for breakdowns - Contractor personnel must be trained and equipped for these specific systems - Quantities and Line Items: - Annual maintenance contracts for each location, with one contract per year per site (base year plus three option years) - Immediate services and repair costs to be funded as needed, based on pre-established pricing - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Use of OEM parts is mandatory for all repairs and maintenance - 24-hour onsite response required for system breakdowns - Firm-fixed pricing includes all costs, fees, and travel - Total small business set-aside under NAICS 811310
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 1232SA26Q1093 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Nitrogen Generator Service and Maintenance
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 811310 The small business size standard is $12.5m. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.