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Harvesting, Sample Processing, and Biomass Handling

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Response Deadline08/04/2026, 09:59:00 AM UTC

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The contract entails the mechanical harvesting of maize crops and the comprehensive processing of grain and tissue samples, including drying, shelling, sorting, and preparation for shipment to laboratories. All work must be performed in accordance with specified protocols to ensure sample integrity and consistency for research purposes. The services are required at the designated place of performance in Mississippi State, Mississippi, with ZIP code 39762, and must be completed by the response deadline of August 4, 2026. This is a subcontract under NAICS code 115114, administered by the USDA ARS AFM APD, part of the Department of Agriculture, with no set-aside provisions applied. The solicitation was posted on July 24, 2026, and interested parties must submit proposals prior to the established deadline to be considered.

General Info

Mechanical maize harvesting and sample processing in Mississippi State, MS, by August 4, 2026, under USDA ARS subcontract.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm ApdView Agency

NAICS

115114 - Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning)View NAICS

Place of Performance

Mississippi State, MS, 39762, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

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Timeline

PostedJul 24

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Response DeadlineAug 4

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Response Deadline

08/04/2026, 09:59:00 AM UTCin 9 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

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Mechanical harvesting of maize crops and processing of grain and tissue samples including drying, shelling, sorting, and preparation for lab shipment.

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