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Response Deadline08/14/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract requires that the final assembly or manufacturing of the system be conducted within the United States or Free Trade Agreement countries to comply with Buy American requirements. All components used in the system must have their country of origin meticulously documented and maintained to ensure full compliance with federal sourcing regulations. This obligation extends throughout the supply chain, mandating transparent and auditable records for every part and material incorporated into the final product. The contract is a subcontract classified under a Small Business Set Aside for total award and falls under NAICS code 334510, which pertains to electronic instrument manufacturing. It is issued by the USDA ARS AFM APD, with the place of performance located in Akron, Colorado, with a zip code of 80720. The solicitation was posted on July 31, 2026, and responses are due by August 14, 2026, by 4:00 PM. Successful bidders must demonstrate both the capability to meet domestic manufacturing requirements and the systems in place to properly track and report component origins.

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Manufacturing must occur in U.S. or FTA countries with full origin documentation for USDA ARS subcontract in Akron, CO.

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Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm ApdView Agency

NAICS

334510 - Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Akron, CO, 80720, USA

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SBA

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PostedJul 31

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Response DeadlineAug 14

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08/14/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTCin 13 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

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Ensure final assembly or manufacturing of the system occurs in the U.S. or FTA countries. Maintain and document country of origin for all components to satisfy Buy American requirements.

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