Opportunity
SAM #1232SA26Q1447
USDA ARS Solicits Self-Propelled Forage Plot Harvester with Integrated Weighing and NIR Measurement
Buyer
ARS APD
Posted
September 01, 2026
Respond By
September 08, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26Q1447
NAICS
423820, 333111, 333249
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Acquisition and Property Division, is soliciting quotations for a Self-Propelled Forage Plot Harvester for the PWA Forage and Range Research at Utah State University. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) - ARS Acquisition and Property Division - PWA Forage and Range Research, Utah State University - Product Requested: - Self-Propelled Forage Plot Harvester - Quantity: 1 - Integrated weighing hopper, sample processing, chopping, and online NIR measurement (dual-beam diode array spectrometer) - Cabin with air conditioning, diesel engine, double knife cutter bar, conveyor system, hydraulic controls, safety and operational controls - Designed for precise harvesting, weighing, and sample analysis of forage plants - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brand names are mentioned; brand name or equal is acceptable - Unique Requirements: - Small business set-aside, including women-owned and economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses - Delivery required within 90 days after award - Equipment must meet detailed technical specifications for integrated weighing and NIR measurement - Notable Features: - Online NIR measurement with calibration service - Integrated sample processing and weighing for research applications
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 1232SA26Q1447 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a SELF-PROPELLED FORAGE PLOT HARVESTER.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 333111, Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing. The small business size standard is 1,250 employees. This acquisition is set-aside for small business. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.