60 - Cesarean deprived Colostrum deprived Piglets

The contract involves the purchase of 60 healthy, 5-week-old piglets that are Cesarean derived and colostrum deprived. These piglets must be free from antibodies reactive to and colonization with the bacteria Streptococcus suis and Glaesserella parasuis, ensuring their suitability for specific scientific or agricultural purposes. The solicitation is issued by the Department of Agriculture's USDA ARS AFM APD office located in Beltsville, Maryland, with the place of performance in Ames, Iowa. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 112210, related to poultry and livestock production. The contract is listed under solicitation number 1232SA26Q0510, with a posted date of April 22, 2026, and a response deadline of May 1, 2026. The point of contact for this opportunity is Lynn Hults, who can be reached via email or phone. Additional details and specifications are provided in the attached solicitation documents available on the federal contracting website.