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1232SA26Q1017 - Amendment 00002 Combined Synopsis-Solicitation Bison Handling Equipment USDA ARS MWA Ames IA
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The USDA ARS MWA National Animal Disease Center is requesting quotations for the procurement and installation of bison handling equipment at its facility in Ames, Iowa. This requirement, issued under solicitation number 1232SA26Q1017, includes bison crowding, a half-circle tub, and alleyway handling equipment designed specifically for adult bison. The equipment must be constructed from at least 14-gauge metal, utilizing vertical bars with sheet or galvanneal metal lining to ensure animal management efficiency. Key components include an 8 to 9-foot high tub with a rotating gate, a straight alleyway with sliding/sorting gates, and integrated catwalks with handrails and access steps to ensure operator safety. This is a firm-fixed-price acquisition and is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 332323. The solicitation is subject to the Buy American Act, and offerors must comply with all relevant FAR and AGAR clauses, including provisions regarding anti-discrimination, combating trafficking in persons, and security prohibitions. Evaluation will be based on the technical approach, past performance, and price, with the award intended for the highest technically rated offeror providing a fair and reasonable price. Notably, the government will not necessarily select the lowest-priced offeror and will not conduct trade-offs. All quotations must be submitted by the extended deadline of August 26, 2026, and must include a signed copy of Amendment 00001 to be considered. Final delivery and installation of all equipment must be completed no later than December 15, 2026.
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Contract Value
$173,000Place of Performance
Ames, IA, 50010, USASet-Aside
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Submission Closed
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Amendment 00002 - Extends the closing date from 8/20/2026 to 8/26/2026. Uploads Contractor RFIs with Government responses.
Amendment 00001 - Adds SF30 and Attachment IIb - Drawings Amendment 00001 to the attached documents list. A signed copy of of the SF30 Amendment 00001 shall be included in submitted quotation documents or quotation will not be considered for award.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Requirement is subject to Buy American Act
FAR Clause 52.225-1 Buy American – Supplies (Sep 205) and FAR Provision in full text 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate (Sep 2025) is incorporated into this solicitation. If applicable, complete Provision 52.225-2 – Buy American Certificate (Sep 2025).
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1017 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Bison Handling Equipment consisting of bison crowding, half-circle tub and alleyways handling equipment. Reference Attachment II – SOW.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 332323 The small business size standard is 500 employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
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