Aerial fruit fly release, Tijuana and Reynosa, Mexico
ID: JR1148567Type: Sources Sought
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AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICEMRPBS MINNEAPOLIS MNMINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55401, USA

NAICS

Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation (481212)

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https://sam.gov/opp/57e492fb2dee44b38bbdfca4d50a6f43/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is seeking qualified contractors to provide airplane and crew services for the aerial release of sterilized fruit flies in Tijuana and Reynosa, Mexico. The primary objective is to support the USDA's International Services Mexican fruit fly aerial release programs, which are critical for preventing agricultural damage caused by the introduction of these pests into the U.S. environment. This initiative utilizes the Sterile Insect Technique, which is essential for pest management and maintaining agricultural health, as the Mexican fruit fly can significantly impact both trade and crop production. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by May 5, 2025, to Jim Roloff at james.g.roloff@usda.gov, with the anticipated contract period running from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2030.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jim Roloff
    (612) 590-7603
    james.g.roloff@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1_ Insect Release Machine Specs.pdf
    The document outlines specifications for a Sterile Insect Release Machine operated by the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). It provides detailed dimensions, weights, materials, and safety requirements for various components of the machine. Key components include a release box, an auger unit, containment boxes, and a condensing evaporator/control unit, with total weights listed for each part, amounting to an overall machine weight of 290 pounds. Various materials such as clear polycarbonate and stainless steel are utilized in the machine's construction to ensure durability and functionality. The specifications reflect careful attention to detail, including the need for adequate electrical protection and a specified center of gravity for installation. This document is essential for procurement purposes, as it supports the manufacturing and deployment efforts for insect release operations critical in pest management and agricultural settings, playing a significant role in maintaining plant health and safety standards within government initiatives.
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