Domestic Component Sourcing & Supply Chain Compliance

The contract requires the supply of U.S.-manufactured components or subassemblies to ensure final products comply with the Buy American Act for federal procurement, specifically under a Small Business Set Aside classified as Total. The North American Industry Classification System code 332999 indicates this involves other fabricated metal product manufacturing, suggesting the need for precision-engineered or custom-fabricated parts. Performance is designated for Ames, Iowa, with a zip code of 50011, and all supplied components must originate from within the United States to meet domestic content thresholds. The opportunity is issued by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service, specifically its Ames facility, and is structured as a subcontract, meaning the awardee will support a larger federal supply chain rather than deliver a final product directly to the government. Responses must be submitted by August 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time, following the posting date of July 31, 2026, allowing potential bidders a 17-day window to prepare and submit proposals. The solicitation is exclusively reserved for small businesses, as defined by the Small Business Administration, with no other set-aside categories applicable. Compliance with domestic sourcing regulations is mandatory, and failure to demonstrate full adherence to Buy American Act requirements will result in disqualification. The contract does not specify a dollar value or duration, but the emphasis on compliance suggests ongoing or repeat orders may follow successful performance.