Soybean Meal IDIQ - RFQ
ID: 12505B25Q0060Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS MWA AAO ACQ/PER PROPPEORIA, IL, 61604, USA

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Soybean and Other Oilseed Processing (311224)

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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 suppliers for soybean meal through a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under Solicitation Number 12505B25Q0060. This indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract aims to support the supply needs for the National Animal Disease Center in Ames, Iowa, requiring contractors to provide high-quality soybean meal that meets specific nutritional standards while avoiding prohibited additives. The contract duration is from March 19, 2025, to March 18, 2026, with a minimum delivery of five tons and a maximum of 100 tons on an as-needed basis, and interested suppliers can contact Aaron Dimeo at aaron.dimeo@usda.gov or by phone at 608-416-0027 for further details.

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    The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeks suppliers for soybean meal through a Request for Quotation (RFP) under Solicitation Number 12505B25Q0060. This indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract is aimed at supporting the supply needs for the National Animal Disease Center in Ames, Iowa, emphasizing the necessity for clean and high-quality animal feed. Contractors must provide soybean meal with specific nutritional values while avoiding prohibited additives such as antibiotics or animal by-products. The contract spans from March 19, 2025, to March 18, 2026, with a minimum delivery of five tons and a maximum of 100 tons on an as-needed basis. Deliveries will occur directly from the mill to the USDA facility, following strict guidelines to ensure product integrity. Payment procedures include acceptance of credit cards for small orders, with detailed specifications and clauses governing the execution of the contract. The document outlines important compliance factors and responsibilities for the contracting parties, emphasizing the USDA's commitment to quality and safety in research-related feed supplies.
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