Pasture Salts
ID: 12805B25Q0159Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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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/opp/5909176603e544fbb82bc13d615da5f3/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, is seeking a contractor to supply 125 tons of custom-mixed pasture salts for the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center in Clay Center, Nebraska. The procurement aims to provide balanced nutrition for cattle, sheep, and swine, with deliveries scheduled from May 1, 2025, to November 1, 2025, requiring a minimum of 25 tons each month. This initiative is crucial for advancing research in livestock management and nutrition, ensuring that the animals receive the necessary dietary supplements. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on April 24, 2025, to James Porter at james.porter@usda.gov, and comply with all specified requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.

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    James Porter
    james.porter@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1 - Specifications.pdf
    The United States Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service is seeking a contractor to supply 125 tons of custom-mixed pasture salt for the Roman L. Hruska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) in Clay Center, NE. The pasture salt is essential for providing balanced nutrition to cattle, sheep, and swine. Deliveries of the salt, packaged in 50-pound bags, are scheduled from May 1, 2025, to November 1, 2025, with a minimum of 25 tons required each month to meet the nutritional needs of grazing animals. Specified product characteristics and formulations are outlined in provided appendices, ensuring compliance with agricultural standards. Furthermore, the contractor will need to coordinate delivery schedules with the feed mill's operating hours. Access to the facility and a delivery location will be provided by the USDA during normal business hours. This Request for Proposals (RFP) emphasizes the importance of meeting nutritional requirements while solidifying USMARC's commitment to advancing research in livestock management and nutrition.
    RFQ_12805B25Q0159.pdf
    This document is a solicitation (12805B25Q0159) from the USDA for federal contracting. It outlines the terms and conditions for contractors bidding on a project, including clauses incorporated by reference that govern various aspects of federal procurement, such as whistleblower rights, payment terms, and contractor responsibilities. Key points include a performance period from May 1, 2025, to November 1, 2025, with deliverables specified in terms of quantity and packaging. The contract requires compliance with numerous federal regulations, emphasizing the importance of small business participation, including for HUBZone and SDVOSB concerns. Bidders must submit detailed pricing and qualifications, and offers will be evaluated based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Additionally, contractors must enroll in the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for invoicing, ensuring efficiency in payment processing. The document underscores the necessity of accurate and complete submissions to qualify for award consideration, reflecting the structured and regulated nature of federal contracting processes.
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