Animal Vaccines
ID: 12805B25Q0119Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS PA AAO ACQ/PER PROPFORT COLLINS, CO, 80526, USA

NAICS

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

PSC

DRUGS AND BIOLOGICALS, VETERINARY USE (6509)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/26909009bb2441dd89558dcd7975f863/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 3, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC
Description

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for the procurement of various animal vaccines, specifically designed for veterinary use, as part of a total small business set-aside initiative. The procurement includes specific products such as Pyramid 5, Presponse SQ, CattleMaster Gold, Vision 7, and Cydectin, with a requirement that all vaccines have an expiration date of July 1, 2026, or later, and must be delivered by May 1, 2025. This initiative is crucial for supporting research at the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center, which focuses on the health of livestock in the beef, sheep, and swine industries. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by 5:00 p.m. Central Time on April 4, 2025, via email to Shane M. Pope at shane.pope@usda.gov, ensuring compliance with all specified requirements and regulations.

Point(s) of Contact
Shane M. Pope
(970) 851-3735
shane.pope@usda.gov
Files
Title
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Attachment 1 Specification Document Vaccines Spring 2025.pdf
Mar 26, 2025, 7:22 PM UTC
The United States Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking bids for animal vaccines crucial for research at the Roman L. Hruska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC), which focuses on beef, sheep, and swine industries. The document outlines the required vaccines, their specifications, quantities, and expiration dates, which must be met for acceptance. The contractor must deliver the vaccines by May 1, 2025, with all vaccines needing to have expiration dates beyond listed deadlines. Government-furnished provisions include access to the facility for delivery during business hours. The requirement specifies a one-time delivery that adheres to these performance measures. The overall aim is to support the health of research livestock crucial for advancing knowledge and technology for the agricultural sector.
Clauses and Provisions 12805B25Q0119.pdf
Mar 26, 2025, 7:22 PM UTC
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ 12805B25Q0119) for the procurement of various animal vaccines, explicitly set aside for small businesses. This solicitation requires potential vendors to register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and comply with FAR regulations. The procurement encompasses six specific vaccine products, with price bids requested for each item, including shipping fees. Interested vendors must email their quotes, along with company details, to the specified address by March 28, 2025. A comprehensive set of clauses and provisions, emphasizing compliance with federal regulations regarding contract management, subcontracting, and employee rights, is included. The evaluation methodology for offers will focus on the lowest-priced technically acceptable bids, considering past performance and adherence to product specifications. This RFQ highlights the USDA's initiative to ensure a competitive procurement process while supporting small business participation in government contracting.
Sol_12805B25Q0119.pdf
Mar 26, 2025, 7:22 PM UTC
The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) pertaining to the procurement of veterinary drugs and biologicals for the USDA Agricultural Research Service. Issued on March 26, 2025, it specifies several items including Pyramid 5, Presponse SQ, CattleMaster Gold, Vision 7, and Cydectin, with varying quantities and delivery requirements scheduled for May 1, 2025. The RFQ is notably marked as not being a contract offer but rather a request for suppliers to submit quotations. It emphasizes the importance of including tax considerations and shipping fees in pricing. Suppliers must ensure that all vaccines have an expiration date of July 1, 2026, or later, as those that do not meet this criterion will be rejected. Communication for logistics is directed to Dr. Angela Menke at the USDA. The document underscores the government's goal to procure necessary supplies while adhering to quality and regulatory standards.
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