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Custom Farming Services - LACOMBE Research and Development Centre

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01R11-25-160International

Submission Closed02/06/2025, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 115116

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Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is seeking a contractor to provide custom farming services for the Lacombe Research and Development Centre in Alberta. The services will be provided on an as-and-when requested basis for a maximum of 900 acres of cropland. The standing offer is scheduled to begin on April 1, 2025, for an initial term of one calendar year, with the possibility of three additional one-year extensions. Selection will be based on the lowest evaluated price among offers that meet all mandatory technical requirements. Interested parties must submit their offers electronically via the CPC Connect service to the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Bid Receiving Unit. The procurement process adheres to the federal Integrity Regime and encourages the use of the Indigenous Business Directory for eligible businesses.

General Info

Custom farming services for Lacombe R&D Centre, up to 900 acres, starting April 2025.

Agency

Government of Canada → Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

NAICS

115116 - Farm Management Services

Place of Performance

*Alberta, CAN

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PhaseClosed

PostedFeb 6

Solicitation

Response DeadlineFeb 6

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Submission Closed

02/06/2025, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyGovernment of Canada → Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

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Organization / AgencyGovernment of Canada → Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

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Natalie O'NeillPoint of Contact

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

Title: Custom Farming Services - LACOMBE Research and Development Centre DESCRIPTION: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Lacombe Research and Development Centre at 6000 C and E Trail, Lacombe, AB requires a Contractor to provide Custom Farming Services on an ‘as and when requested’ basis for a maximum of 900 acres of cropland. This Request for Standing Offer (RFSO) is to establish a standing offer for the delivery of the requirement detailed in the RFSO, to the Identified Users. The period of the Standing Offer will be for (one) 1 calendar year with the possibility to extend the Standing Offer for up to three (3) additional (one) 1 year periods. The anticipated start date is April 1, 2025. Mandatory Technical Requirements Offers will be assessed in accordance with the entire requirement of the Request for Standing Offer including the technical and financial evaluation criteria. Basis of selection: An offer must comply with the requirements of the Request for Standing Offer and meet all mandatory technical evaluation criteria to be declared responsive. The responsive offer with the lowest evaluated price will be recommended for issuance of a standing offer. OFFERS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO AAFC AT: Offers shall be submitted using the CPC Connect service provided by Canada Post Corporation to transmit offers electronically. Offers must be submitted only to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Bid Receiving Unit by the date, time and place indicated in the RFSO. Refer to the attached RFSO documents to obtain further information. Canada retains the right to negotiate with any supplier on any procurement. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada. PROCURING OFFICE: Natalie O’Neill, Contracting Specialist Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Western Service Centre 300 – 2010 12th Avenue Regina, SK S4P 0M3 Telephone: +1 (555) 000-0000 E-mail address: contact@example.gov AAFC has adopted the Integrity Regime administered by Public Services and Procurement Canada. As a result, the integrity provisions are being applied in AAFC procurement activities as outlined in this solicitation. Canada will make available Notices of Proposed Procurement (NPP), bid solicitations and related documents for download through the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS) at https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/solicitation-opportunities. Canada is not responsible and will not assume any liabilities whatsoever for the information found on websites of third parties. In the event an NPP, bid solicitation or related documentation would be amended, Canada will not be sending notifications. Canada will post all amendments, including significant enquiries received and their replies, using GETS. It is the sole responsibility of the Bidder to regularly consult GETS for the most up-to-date information. Canada will not be liable for any oversight on the Bidder's part nor for notification services offered by a third party. Indigenous Procurement: The federal Indigenous Business Directory (IBD) is an online resource for all levels of government and the private sector to identify Indigenous business capacity. Having a business profile in the IBD will increase your company’s visibility and may provide additional business. A profile in the IBD can also allow you to compete for federal government contracts that are set-aside for Indigenous businesses through the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Businesses. For more information and to review eligibility criteria and register, visit: www.canada.ca/indigenousbusinessdirectory.