SAM #1232SA26Q0836

USDA ARS Solicitation for Deep Core Soil Sampler and Utility Task Vehicle

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for a Deep Core Soil Sampler and a Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) for soil research operations. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - Coastal Plains Soil, Water, & Plant Research Center - Acquisition and Property Division, Contracting Operations Branch - Products Requested: - Deep Core Soil Sampler (1 unit) - Must collect intact soil cores at least 48 inches deep - Uses plastic tubes of minimum 2-inch diameter and 48-inch length - Designed to mount on a UTV - Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) (1 unit) - Must include sport roof, windshield, rear poly panel, front bumper mount tool storage rack - Adapted to mount the soil sampler - Shipping/Freight/Delivery (1 unit) - Unique Requirements: - Sampler and UTV must be integrated for field use - Delivery required within 60 days of contract award - Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 333111 (Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing) - Minimum salient characteristics and features specified for both sampler and UTV - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified manufacturers meeting requirements - Quantities: - One Deep Core Soil Sampler - One Utility Task Vehicle - One Shipping/Delivery service - Notable Features: - Equipment must be capable of deep soil sampling for agricultural research - UTV must be customized for mounting and transporting the sampler

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in RFO FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0836 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Deep Core Soil Sampler & Transport Vehicle.

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO). This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul.

This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code (NAICS) is 333111 - Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing. The small business size standard is 1,250 Employees. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

The Agriculture Priorities and Allocations System (APAS) and assigned rating are not applicable to this solicitation.

See “Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions” for applicable clauses, provisions, instructions, and evaluation criteria. See also “Attachment 2 - Statement of Requirements” for the minimum salient characteristics, capabilities, and features of the items(s) that are to be quoted on.

There are no additional requirement(s) or terms and conditions (such as financing arrangements or warranty requirements) determined to be necessary for this acquisition and consistent with customary commercial practices.

Quotes are due by the date/time/time zone listed in the “Date Offers Due” field.

Submit all quotes to the Primary Point of Contact and Secondary Point of Contact (if applicable) by the “Date Offers Due”.

Quotes received after the established “Date Offers Due” deadline will be considered late. Late quotes may only be considered if it is in the Government’s best interest and if it will not unduly delay award.

Questions regarding this solicitation shall be submitted in writing to the Primary Point of Contact and Secondary Point of Contact (if applicable) no later than 11:59 PM CT on August 30, 2026 (08/23/2026). Answers will be posted at least 48-hours prior to the “Date Offers Due.”.

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