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12505B22Q0140Federal

Submission Closed07/18/2022, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 111940

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Optional Delivery – Second 23 Tons of Weed-Free HayThis contract involves the optional supply and delivery of up to 23 additional tons of weed-free hay, which can be exercised within 60 to 90 days following the contract award. The procurement is designated as a subcontract under a total small business set-aside, ensuring that only eligible small businesses can compete for the opportunity. The primary focus is on providing high-quality, weed-free hay to meet the needs of the contracting agency. The contract is associated with NAICS code 111940, which pertains to hay and forage farming, confirming the agricultural nature of the supply. The contracting agency responsible for this procurement is the Department of the Interior, specifically under the Mwr NEKOTA office. Although specific location details for performance and point of contact information are not provided, the contract’s solicitation was posted on June 4, 2026, and is accessible through the federal contract management portal.

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Optional Delivery – First 23 Tons of Weed-Free HayThe contract involves the supply and delivery of up to 23 additional tons of weed-free hay, with the option to exercise this within 30 days following the contract award. This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, indicating that only small business firms are eligible to compete. The contract falls under the NAICS code 111940, which pertains to hay farming. The agency responsible for this contract is the Department of the Interior, specifically through the Mwr NEKOTA (63000) office. While details about the exact place of performance and point of contact are not specified, the subcontract arrangement suggests a supplemental supply effort to an existing agreement or requirement for weed-free hay, supporting the agency’s operational or environmental needs. The solicitation emphasizes timely delivery within the 30-day period to ensure immediate availability of the hay.

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Base Delivery of Weed-Free Hay Supply and TransportThe contract involves the supply and delivery of 75 tons of weed-free hay specifically suitable for bison consumption to Badlands National Park during the period from September 1 to September 30, 2026. The procurement is managed by the Department of the Interior under the Mwr NEKOTA office and is designated as a total small business set-aside, aligning with the SBA's FAR 19.5 guidelines. The work falls under the NAICS code 111940, which pertains to hay, grass, and forage crop production. This subcontract aims to ensure that the hay provided meets the necessary quality standards to support the park’s bison population, emphasizing the importance of the hay being free from invasive weeds. The contract was posted on June 4, 2026, and emphasizes the vital supply chain and transport aspects to guarantee timely delivery within the given window. While specific location details for performance and contact information are not provided, the procurement remains targeted at supporting ecological and wildlife management efforts at Badlands National Park.

Mwr NEKOTA(63000)

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5 months ago

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Mwa Aao Acq/per Prop

NAICS

111940 - Hay Farming

Place of Performance

Ames, IA, 50010, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

12505B22Q0140.pdf

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PhaseClosed

PostedJul 11

Combined Synopsis

Response DeadlineJul 18

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Submission Closed

07/18/2022, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Mwa Aao Acq/per Prop

Contacts1 person available

OfficePEORIA, IL, 61604, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Mwa Aao Acq/per Prop

Office AddressPEORIA, IL, 61604, USA

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Full Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 12505B22Q0140 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-06. This solicitation will be a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. The associated NAICS code is 111940 (Hay Farming), with a small business size standard of $1 Million. This acquisition is for the following Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) identified below: 90 tons Grass-Alfalfa Hay Cubes 75 tons Timothy Hay Cubes Specifications: See attached Statement of Work document. The Government anticipates award of a single Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract. INSPECTON AND ACCEPTANCE TERMS: Hay Cubes will be inspected by Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and accepted at destination. The Contractor shall provide all items F.O.B. destination to: USDA, ARS, MWA, NADC Attn: Stephen Sterle 1920 Dayton Avenue, Building 13 Ames, Iowa 50010. Quoters responding to this announcement shall submit their quote in accordance with FAR 52.212-1. Submission of quote shall include the following: (1) Technical Specifications and (2) Price; and the SAM Unique Entity Number. All responses shall be submitted electronically to Deborah.hughes@usda.gov. The basis for award is Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. "LPTA" means the best value is expected to result from selection of the technically acceptable proposal with the lowest evaluated price. Pursuant to FAR 52.212-2, the criteria for evaluation are: (1) Price and (2) Technical Specifications and must also have satisfactory Past Performance. The lowest priced proposal will first be evaluated for technical acceptability in accordance with the minimum specifications identified. If determined not technically acceptable, it will be removed from competition and the next lowest priced proposal will be evaluated for technical acceptability. This will continue until the lowest price proposal is determined technically acceptable. Once the lowest priced proposal is determined technically acceptable, then a determination of responsibility will be completed. If found responsible, evaluations will be closed and award will be made. The applicable provisions and clauses that apply to this acquisition are included in the attached solicitation document. To be eligible for an award, all contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). A contractor can contact the federal service desk (FSD) by calling 1-866-606-8220 or FSD online services. NO EXCEPTIONS. A UEI (Unique Entity ID) number is required in order to register. All invoices shall be submitted electronically via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Quotes must be received no later than 5:00PM Central Time on July 18, 2022. Questions regarding this combined synopsis/solicitation are due no later than 5:00 PM Central Time July 13, 2022. Answers to any questions received by that time will be posted as an amendment to this combined synopsis/solicitation.

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