#2 Corn for Dubois and Mud Lake, ID
ID: 1232SA25Q0401Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS AFM APDBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

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Other Animal Food Manufacturing (311119)

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FORAGE AND FEED (8710)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, is seeking quotes for the procurement of 280 tons of #2 or better yellow corn for delivery to two facilities in Idaho, with 150 tons designated for Dubois and 130 tons for Mud Lake. The corn must meet USDA specifications, including a maximum moisture content of 14% and be free from insects and foreign materials, ensuring compliance with federal standards for agricultural products. This procurement is critical for supporting the operations of the U.S. Sheep Experiment Station, emphasizing the importance of quality feed in agricultural research. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by August 8, 2025, to Brian Fien at Brian.Fien@usda.gov, and are encouraged to review the attached specifications and terms for detailed requirements.

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    The USDA Agricultural Research Service's U.S. Sheep Experiment Station seeks to procure a total of 280 tons of #2 or better yellow corn for delivery to two facilities in Idaho. Specifically, 150 tons are to be delivered to the Headquarters facility in Dubois and 130 tons to the Mud Lake facility. The corn must meet USDA specifications, including a maximum of 15% moisture, and be free from insects, dust, broken kernels, and foreign materials. Deliveries to Dubois will occur in two stages: 120 tons by September 25, 2025, and 30 tons between December 1-17, 2025. The Mud Lake facility will receive its total of 130 tons by the same September deadline. Deliveries require 72 hours' notice and must occur between 7:00 am and 2:30 pm (Monday to Thursday), with no service on Fridays. Each delivery must include a weigh slip from a certified scale, validating the weight, and a variance of 3% less than the ordered amount is acceptable. The document serves as a formal request for proposal within the context of federal procurement, ensuring the specifications for agricultural products adhere to government standards and logistical requirements.
    The USDA's Agricultural Research Service, specifically the U.S. Sheep Experiment Station, requires the procurement of a total of 280 tons of #2 or better yellow corn for delivery to two facilities in Idaho. This includes 150 tons delivered to the Headquarters in Dubois and 130 tons to the Mud Lake facility. Key specifications dictate that the corn must not exceed 14% moisture, be free from insects and damage, and conform to USDA standards, with specific unloading methodology and delivery notice requirements. Deliveries are to occur at scheduled times before September 25, 2025, with specific restrictions on hours and days of operation. Each delivery must include a certified weigh slip, and a variance of up to 3% less than the ordered amount is permissible. The contract places responsibility on the contractor for compliance with these specifications, ensuring the efficient and accurate delivery of the required corn quantities.
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of #2 corn for Dubois and Mud Lake, Idaho. It delineates the terms and conditions of the contract, incorporating various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses. It outlines the responsibilities of the contractor regarding licenses, permits, invoicing procedures via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), and compliance with specific federal statutes related to commercial products and services. Key points include requirements for technical capabilities, pricing, and the evaluation process based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) standard. The contractor must submit a detailed technical package to demonstrate compliance with specifications. Other essential elements include clauses regarding contractor representations, certifications, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment. The RFQ emphasizes the importance of adhering to federal guidelines to ensure successful winnability in the procurement process and underscores the evaluation strategy focusing on price competitiveness and technical requirements compliance. The RFQ represents a structured process for acquiring agricultural products while ensuring compliance with a wide range of federal regulations aimed at maintaining integrity, transparency, and quality in government procurement.
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