Brevant Soybean Seed or Equivalent for 2026 Farming Season

Solicitation 1232SA26Q0228 is a firm-fixed-price requirement issued by the USDA Agricultural Research Service for the procurement of Brevant soybean seed or an equivalent for the 2026 farming season. The contract calls for 160 units each of varieties 342EE and 402EE, with each unit containing 140,000 seeds delivered in bulk totes. To be considered acceptable, the seeds must feature the Enlist E3 herbicide trait package, demonstrate specific relative maturity ranges, and show proven field performance in the Mid-Atlantic region with resistance to white mold, sudden death syndrome, iron deficiency, and phytophthora. The contract is a total small business set-aside and utilizes a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable evaluation process. Award is contingent upon the lowest-priced offer meeting technical specifications and maintaining an acceptable or neutral past performance rating. All seeds must be delivered F.O.B. Destination to the USDA facility in Beltsville, Maryland, by April 1, 2026. Due to delivery requirements, seed dealers must be located within 60 miles of Beltsville or provide free delivery. Contractors must comply with strict security and personnel requirements, including USDA Personal Identity Verification and LincPass registration for facility access, as well as Buy American and Trade Agreement provisions.