Soybean Seed
ID: 12305B25R0012Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS NEA AAO ACQ/PER PROPBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

NAICS

Soybean Farming (111110)

PSC

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES (8915)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f81a17a189354103945561bbfb23a1c7/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for the procurement of soybean seeds under solicitation number 12305B25R0012. The USDA requires 200 units of Brevant soybean seed varieties, including Brevant 342EE and Brevant 402EE, which must meet specific agronomic criteria such as disease resistance and herbicide tolerance, suitable for the Mid-Atlantic region. This procurement is crucial for supporting local agricultural research and practices, ensuring the availability of high-quality seeds for the upcoming planting season. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by March 31, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Caitlin Hale at Caitlin.Hale@usda.gov, with all submissions needing to comply with the outlined specifications and logistical requirements.

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    Caitlin Hale
    Caitlin.hale@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1_Soybean Specifications.docx
    The document outlines the specifications for procurement of Brevant soybean seed varieties by the USDA for the 2025 planting season. It details the requirements for 200 units of Brevant 342EE and Brevant 402EE seeds, emphasizing disease resistance, herbicide tolerance, and suitability for the Mid-Atlantic region with the requisite performance data. Additionally, it specifies the need for 35 bags of Brevant 342EE seeds. The supplier must be located within 60 miles of Beltsville, MD, providing pickup or delivery options by April 1, 2024. Deliveries should occur during weekdays between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM and must ensure contact with Russell Griffith for coordination. Overall, the document serves as part of a federal RFP process aimed at sourcing high-quality agricultural seeds that meet specific agronomic criteria, reflecting the USDA’s commitment to supporting local farming through informed procurement practices.
    Q and A.docx
    The document outlines key requirements and clarifications related to a government solicitation for seed procurement. It specifies that seeds must be available for pickup on April 7, 2025, despite quotes being due on March 31. It allows for acceptable substitutions of comparable products, such as B394EE, B405EE, or B423EE, instead of the specified B402EE. Additionally, it states that seed dealers must be located within 60 miles of Beltsville, MD, to facilitate the pickup and return process of seeds by USDA staff or provide free delivery and return options. This guidance ensures compliance with logistical and vendor eligibility criteria in the solicitation process, critical for efficient procurement and program execution.
    Soybean Seed Combined Synopsis _ Solicitation.docx
    The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) has issued a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ) for soybean seed, under solicitation number 12305B25R0012, as part of a 100% small business set-aside. The contract specifies a place of delivery at the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, MD, with the evaluation criterion based on Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Key requirements include that offers demonstrate compliance with specified seed characteristics, provide a firm fixed-price quotation, and submit documentation such as a Unique Entity ID. Quotes are due by March 20, 2025, and questions must be submitted by March 17, 2025. The document also outlines various clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) that apply, emphasizing compliance with terms and conditions related to federal contracting. The solicitation reinforces the USDA's commitment to involving small businesses in securing agricultural supplies and upholding procurement standards, while also ensuring that the acquisition process adheres to federal guidelines and regulations.
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