Cattle Feed (Protein Pellets/Cubes)
ID: 1232SA26Q0053Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS AFM APDBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

NAICS

Other Animal Food Manufacturing (311119)

PSC

FORAGE AND FEED (8710)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/ab1630eab5c6404a8f923987d95587c6/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, is seeking quotations for the procurement of protein pellets/cubes (~20% protein) to support research projects on cattle reproductive physiology, nutrition, and genetics. The requirement includes 125 tons of 3/4 inch pellets and 14 tons of 3/8 inch pellets, made from specified ingredients without added vitamins or minerals, with deliveries scheduled from January to May 2026. This acquisition is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 311119, with a firm-fixed-price contract anticipated, and offers must be submitted electronically to Jessica Pacheco at jessica.pacheco@usda.gov by January 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time. Interested parties should ensure they meet the necessary qualifications and provide detailed technical packages along with their quotations.

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    Jessica Pacheco
    jessica.pacheco@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1- Solicitation Terms and Conditions.pdf
    The USDA-Agricultural Research Service's Livestock and Range Research Lab in Miles City, Montana, issued solicitation number 1232SA26Q0053, a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Protein Pellets/Cubes (~20% protein) to supplement livestock for research projects on cattle reproductive physiology, nutrition, and genetics. This acquisition is a total small business set-aside with NAICS code 311119 and a 650-employee size standard. A firm-fixed-price requirements contract is anticipated, with one award made to the offeror representing the best value, based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria, considering price, technical acceptability, and past performance. Delivery is required within 30 days after award to Fort Keogh Livestock and Range Research Laboratory. Offers must be submitted electronically to Jessica Pacheco (jessica.pacheco@usda.gov), including pricing, signatures, SAM UEI, and an active SAM.gov registration. Technical packages must detail company capabilities and past experience. Questions are due by January 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and AGAR clauses, including anti-discrimination and DEI compliance, and outlines an Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests.
    Attachment 2- Specifications.pdf
    The USDA-Agricultural Research Service's Livestock and Range Research Lab in Miles City, Montana, requires protein pellets/cubes (~20% protein) to supplement livestock for research projects. The requirement includes 125 tons of 3/4 inch pellets and 14 tons of 3/8 inch pellets, both with approximately 20% crude protein, made from ingredients like alfalfa, barley, corn, peas, canola, and wheat, without added vitamins or minerals. Deliveries for both tasks are scheduled from January to May 2026. Specific delivery requirements include certified weight tickets, F.O.B. destination to the Fort Keogh Livestock and Range Research Laboratory, unloading into storage bins, and a three-workday notification to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) before shipping. Deliveries are to occur Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with potential emergency deliveries on weekends or holidays with prior notification.
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