Alfalfa Hay
ID: 12805B25Q0103Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Hay Farming (111940)

PSC

FORAGE AND FEED (8710)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7a0cbbc23d364ef28ab421a121aebd6b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, is seeking quotes from small businesses for the procurement of 1,000 tons of high-quality alfalfa hay to be delivered to its facility in Clay Center, Nebraska. The alfalfa hay must meet specific quality criteria, including a minimum of 16% crude protein and Total Digestible Nutrients (TDN) between 55-60%, and must be sourced from the 2024 crop year, free from molds or foul odors. This procurement is crucial for supporting livestock research programs at the Roman L. Hurska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center, emphasizing the importance of quality control in agricultural research. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 10:00 AM CT on March 12, 2025, and can direct any inquiries to Kelly Wright at kelly.wright@usda.gov.

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    Kelly Wright
    kelly.wright@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1 Specifications.pdf
    The Roman L. Hurska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) is seeking to procure 1000 tons of high-quality alfalfa hay for use in their livestock research programs. The alfalfa must meet specific criteria, including a minimum of 16% crude protein and Total Digestible Nutrients (TDN) between 55-60%. The hay can be delivered in large round or square bales weighing at least 1000 pounds each, and must be sourced from the 2024 crop year, free from molds or foul odors. Delivery is to take place at USMARC in Clay Center, NE, with complete fulfillment of the order required by April 1, 2025. A scale ticket for weight verification is necessary for each delivery, which must be coordinated with USMARC personnel, who will handle unloading. The procurement process aims to support high priority challenges in the U.S. beef, swine, and sheep industries and emphasizes the need for stringent quality control. Contact information for coordination is provided for potential contractors.
    Combined Synopsis Solicitation 12805B25Q0103.pdf
    The USDA Agricultural Research Service seeks quotes for 1,000 tons of alfalfa hay for delivery to its facility in Clay Center, Nebraska. This solicitation, numbered 12805B25Q0103, is exclusively for small businesses, in accordance with the relevant federal acquisition regulations. The award will be a firm fixed-price purchase order based on the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, ensuring offers meet specific criteria outlined in the solicitation. Key submission requirements include a transmittal summary letter, price breakdown, verification as an authorized vendor, and demonstration of technical specifications compliance. Potential offerors must also complete necessary representations and certifications through the System for Award Management (SAM). Questions regarding the solicitation should be directed to Mr. Kelly Wright via email, with all quotes due by 10:00 AM CT on March 12, 2025. The government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation and will not reimburse any bidder for their proposal costs. This procurement underscores the government's commitment to engaging small businesses in fulfilling its agricultural needs.
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