Solvent Extracted High Protein Soybean Meal
ID: 12805B25Q0132Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Soybean and Other Oilseed Processing (311224)

PSC

FORAGE AND FEED (8710)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b562dfa08c664dbbb56b337c6e815456/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 21, 2025, 6:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, is seeking quotations for the procurement of 450 tons of Solvent Extracted High Protein Soybean Meal to be delivered to the Roman L. Hruska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center in Clay Center, Nebraska. This procurement aims to support critical research involving beef cattle, swine, and sheep, necessitating strict adherence to nutritional specifications, including a minimum of 45.5% crude protein. The contract will be awarded based on a "Lowest Price Technically Acceptable" evaluation method, with delivery scheduled to begin on April 28, 2025, and extending through December 31, 2025. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time on April 21, 2025, to Laura Nessa at laura.nessa@usda.gov, ensuring compliance with all specified requirements and documentation.

Point(s) of Contact
Laura Nessa
laura.nessa@usda.gov
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Attachment 01 - Minimum Specifications.pdf
Apr 14, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document outlines the specifications for a contract to supply 450 tons of Solvent Extracted High Protein Soybean Meal to the Roman L. Hruska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) in Clay Center, NE. This feed is essential for research involving beef cattle, swine, and sheep, targeting critical issues in the U.S. livestock industry. Contractors must meet strict nutritional criteria, including a minimum of 45.5% crude protein and specific maximum levels of crude fiber, fat, and ash. Deliveries are scheduled to begin on April 28, 2025, with further deliveries occurring as needed throughout the year. Truck drivers must coordinate delivery times within normal operational hours (Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm). The USDA will provide access to the facility and essential operational details. Contact for further information is provided for clarity and assistance. Overall, the document emphasizes the government's need for specific agricultural products to support ongoing research initiatives in animal science.
Sol_12805B25Q0132.pdf
Apr 14, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the USDA Agricultural Research Service, seeking quotations for 450 tons of soybean meal to be delivered by April 28, 2025. This solicitation outlines critical information including contact details, delivery conditions, and the period of performance, which extends until December 31, 2025. Additionally, it specifies the evaluation process as "Lowest Price Technically Acceptable," meaning that the government will award the contract to the lowest-priced offer that meets all technical requirements. The document also details various compliance and certification clauses related to federal regulations, including provisions for small business participation and contractor responsibilities. Invoicing will be processed through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), which is crucial for payment processing. Overall, this RFQ emphasizes transparency, regulatory compliance, and the importance of meeting specific supplier criteria to ensure a successful bidding process within the context of federal procurement.
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