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. 

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