Silage Harvest in Ames, Iowa
ID: 1148644Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS AFM APDBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

NAICS

Crop Harvesting, Primarily by Machine (115113)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER (F099)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0c72783d559244439983c4fcb1ba09bd/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, is seeking vendors for a silage harvesting project at the National Animal Disease Center (NADC) in Ames, Iowa. The selected vendor will be responsible for chopping and bagging corn from designated fields to produce between 4 to 6 silage storage bags, totaling no more than 1400 tons, while adhering to strict quality control standards regarding moisture content and packaging integrity. This procurement is crucial for supporting the NADC's animal feeding program, ensuring that the harvested silage meets the necessary specifications for animal nutrition. Interested vendors should contact Kerrie Hodges at kerrie.hodges@usda.gov for further details, with the harvesting period scheduled from August 1 to October 30, contingent on weather and corn maturity, and operations must commence within four business days of the USDA's request.

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    Kerrie Hodges
    kerrie.hodges@usda.gov
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    SOW.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for harvesting corn for silage at the USDA National Animal Disease Center (NADC) in Ames, Iowa. The project involves chopping and bagging corn from designated fields to produce between 4 to 6 silage storage bags totaling no more than 1400 tons. The vendor is responsible for providing necessary equipment, including choppers, trucks, and labor, while adhering to specifications for silage quality, moisture content, and packaging integrity. The vendor must have relevant experience and maintain meticulous records of tonnage and loads, ensuring no air pockets in the packed silage. The operation must be supervised to ensure safety and equipment maintenance. The harvesting period is set from August 1 to October 30, contingent on weather and corn maturity, and must commence within four business days of the USDA's request. Performance will be evaluated based on technical acceptability, timely delivery, and pricing. Overall, the SOW emphasizes quality control and operational standards critical for supporting the NADC's animal feeding program.
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