Feedlot Pellets - Clay Center NE
ID: 12805B25Q0125Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
AwardedApr 9, 2025
$174.2K$174,216
AwardeeTODD'S FEED SUPPLY & TRAILER SALES, INC. Sutton NE 68979 USA
Award #:12805B25P0053
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS PA AAO ACQ/PER PROPFORT COLLINS, CO, 80526, USA

NAICS

Other Animal Food Manufacturing (311119)

PSC

FORAGE AND FEED (8710)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/96b070c4c0a440e1a9614b30951c57cc/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, is seeking quotes for the procurement of feedlot pellets to support nutritional needs at the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center in Clay Center, Nebraska. The solicitation, identified as RFQ 12805B25Q0125, requires suppliers to provide various types of pellets, including high-protein balancer pellets, with specific nutritional content and delivery expectations. This procurement is crucial for enhancing cattle nutrition and supporting agricultural research aimed at improving the beef industry's productivity. Interested small businesses must submit their quotations by the specified deadline to Christopher Turner at christopher.c.turner@usda.gov, with the contract performance period running from April 9, 2025, to March 31, 2026.

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    Christopher Turner
    christopher.c.turner@usda.gov
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    Attachment 001 Specifications Feedlot Pellets.pdf
    The Roman L. Hruska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) is seeking suppliers for various types of feedlot pellets to support nutritional requirements for cattle at their facility in Clay Center, Nebraska. The document outlines five Clinical Identifiers for different pellet types, specifying mandatory nutritional content, such as proteins, vitamins, and minerals. 1. **CLIN 0001**: 500 tons of a high-protein balancer pellet delivered in bulk, featuring specific levels of Monensin and other nutrients. 2. **CLIN 0002**: 60 tons of balancer pellet with Melengestrol Acetate, also delivered in bulk, with different protein and mineral content. 3. **CLIN 0003**: 3 tons of another type of balancer pellet delivered in bags, highlighting various nutritional standards including higher mineral concentrations. 4. **CLIN 0004**: 5 tons of a pellet without Rumensin, featuring specified protein and mineral levels. 5. **CLIN 0005**: 5 tons of a product similar to CLIN 0001 but packaged in bags. Delivery must occur weekly, and specific equipment is mandated for bulk deliveries. The goal is to establish a reliable supply that meets the USDA's standards for animal nutrition in meat research, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance the beef industry’s productivity and health through scientific advancement. This procurement process is part of the federal government’s initiative to improve agricultural research outcomes.
    Attachment 002 Transmittal Summary.pdf
    The document is a transmittal summary for RFQ 12805B25Q0125, detailing the requirements and specifications needed for submitting a quote for a federal procurement related to animal feed products. Key components include the need for registration on sam.gov, a unique entity ID, and an affirmation of compliance with various federal acquisition regulations, notably the Buy American Act. The document outlines specific items to be quoted, including bulk and bagged pellets, their quantities, delivery expectations, and a grand total pricing structure. Suppliers must confirm the compliance of their products with domestic end product requirements, indicating critical components and foreign content when applicable. The stated period of performance is from April 9, 2025, to March 31, 2026, with delivery to be made FOB Destination. The solicitation's structure emphasizes clarity on pricing, product origins, and regulatory adherence, underscoring the government’s focus on supporting domestic suppliers while ensuring quality of services.
    RFQ 12805B25Q0125 Feedlot Pellets Clauses and Provisions.pdf
    The document RFQ 12805B25Q0125 outlines the provisions for a federal solicitation aimed at acquiring feedlot pellets under NAICS Code 311119, adhering to a small business size standard of 650 employees. The contract performance period is set from April 9, 2025, to March 31, 2026, with inspection and acceptance conducted at the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center in Clay Center, Nebraska. Vendors must submit invoices electronically via the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform, receiving payment only for accepted goods. The solicitation includes a comprehensive list of FAR clauses detailing contract terms, conditions, and statutory requirements relevant to commercial products. Key provisions include compliance with various ethical, labor, and business operation standards, as well as a focus on small business participation through set-asides and affirmative action clauses. Offer evaluation will employ a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. The document serves as a structured guideline for prospective suppliers, emphasizing regulatory adherence and proper contractor qualifications in alignment with government procurement practices. This initiative reflects the government's continuing support for small businesses while ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations.
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