Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q0993
Supply and Installation of VAS Trellis Systems for USDA-ARS Research Fields in California
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
August 20, 2026
Respond By
August 25, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q0993
NAICS
238990, 238190
USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking a contractor to supply and install VAS Trellis Systems at the San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center in Parlier, California. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center, Parlier, CA - Products and Services Requested: - Supply and installation of 78-inch and 96-inch VAS Trellis Systems for Fields/Blocks 11 and 21 - Trellis system materials include rail steel end posts, line posts, screw anchors, rebar stakes, HSLA horizontal and upright components, end-V assemblies, crossarms, trellis wire (12.5 ga), and attachment hardware - Complete installation services for the trellis systems - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brands are named; "VAS Trellis System" is referenced as the required solution - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Procurement is set aside for economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses - Contractor must demonstrate technical capability and past performance - Supports grape breeding and genetics research, ensuring efficient phenotyping and reproducible scientific data - Compliance with federal acquisition regulations and DEI certifications required - Period of Performance: - Delivery and installation required within 60 days after award, with delivery scheduled between August and October (year not specified) - Offer prices must remain firm for 90 days from the offer due date
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 1232SA26Q0993 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for all required materials and complete installation of the 78-in and 96-in VAS Trellis Systems in Blocks 11 and 21 to ensure efficient and consistent sample processing for phenotyping purposes and safeguard the USDA-ARS breeding program’s ability to produce accurate, reproducible scientific data.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 238990 The small business size standard is $19.0 Million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.