FERTILIZER AND APPLICATION
ID: ERFM005-25Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INCFEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INCEL RENO, OK, 73036, USA

NAICS

Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating (115112)

PSC

FERTILIZERS (8720)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/15efe65e648b4aa4b929d8d44a4a7236/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Prison Industries, Inc. (UNICOR), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide fertilizer application services at the El Reno Farm in Oklahoma. The procurement involves applying liquid nitrogen at a rate of 40 pounds per acre and Duracor herbicide at 20 fluid ounces per acre over a total of 690 acres, with the application to be completed within two weeks following the contract award. This initiative is part of the government's efforts to procure agricultural services while promoting small business participation in federal contracting. Interested bidders must submit their quotes by the specified deadline, and inquiries should be directed to Wayne Mayfield at WAYNE.MAYFIELD2@USDOJ.GOV.

    Point(s) of Contact
    WAYNE MAYFIELD
    WAYNE.MAYFIELD2@USDOJ.GOV
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    ERFM005-25 AMENDMENT 1.pdf
    This document is an amendment to Solicitation ERFM005-25, issued by UNICOR, Federal Prison Industries. The amendment, effective April 16, 2025, clarifies key questions regarding the application of fertilizer on specific agricultural fields designated in Canadian County, Oklahoma. Notably, it confirms that the required 40 units of liquid nitrogen refer to 40 pounds per acre, and both liquid nitrogen and Duracor will be applied to the same 690 acres. Additionally, while no aerial views or diagrams are provided, the document specifies the fields of interest (4, 7, 9, 12) according to the USDA Map for FARM 1706. The amendment emphasizes that all other terms and conditions from the original solicitation remain unchanged. This document serves to address contractor inquiries and ensure clarity in the procurement process related to agricultural product applications.
    RFQ 1600002406.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a contract to provide fertilizer application services to the Federal Prison Industries (UNICOR) at the El Reno Farm in Oklahoma. It specifies the requirement to apply liquid nitrogen and herbicide over a designated area, with total applications to be completed within two weeks of the contract award, set for May 16, 2025. The RFQ is restricted to small businesses, with all items intended for a single award. Key elements include the solicitation details, deadline for submitting bids, and specific application instructions, including quantities and unit prices. Inquiries regarding the RFQ must be directed to Wayne Mayfield by a specified date. The document emphasizes that offers must be made for all items to be considered and highlights the contractor's obligations regarding compliance with federal security requirements and price reduction reporting. This RFQ reflects the government's efforts to procure agricultural services while promoting small business participation. It also underscores the importance of submitting complete and competitive bids, as no discussions will be held post-submission. The structured format includes sections on contracting rules, evaluation criteria, and submission guidelines, ensuring clarity for potential bidders while adhering to federal procurement standards.
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