This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation opportunity from Department Of Agriculture was posted on April 30, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.
John Deere 5075E, or comparable
Contract Overview
Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.
Active Opportunities Like This One
AI Contract Overview
The USDA Agricultural Research Service in Morris, Minnesota is seeking quotations for a 50 horsepower tractor equipped with autosteer capabilities, specifically a John Deere 5075E or a comparable model. This procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 333111, aimed at small businesses with no more than 1,250 employees. The tractor must meet detailed technical specifications including a 50+ hp diesel engine, a 12 forward/12 reverse power shuttle transmission with MFWD, weight under 7,000 pounds, 60-inch rear wheel spacing, compatibility with JD StarFire 7500 and G5 GPS/autosteer systems, a climate-controlled cab with air suspension seat, hydraulic pump specifications, hitch capacity, PTO options, and local service availability within 60 miles of the project location. Additionally, a minimum 24-month or 2,000-hour warranty is required, and trade-in credit will be considered for a 1999 John Deere 5210 with 15,035 hours. The solicitation number 1232SA26Q0555 represents the only solicitation for this acquisition, with no separate written solicitation to be issued. Award will be made to one contractor based on best value, considering both price and technical capability, with the government reserving the right to select a technically superior offer even if it is not the lowest priced. Quotes must be submitted on company letterhead by May 7, 2026, 5:00 p.m. ET, and must include vendor details (such as SAM.gov UEI), technical documentation addressing compliance with specifications, pricing inclusive of all delivery costs, estimated delivery timeline, and a validity period of at least 60 days. Questions must be submitted by May 6, 2026, 1:00 p.m. ET, only via email to the designated contact. The equipment is to be delivered to the North Central Soil Conservation Research Lab in Morris, MN. Proper identification of the solicitation number in all correspondence is essential for consideration.
General Info
Agency
Contract Value
$71,062.5NAICS
Place of Performance
Morris, MN, 56267, USASet-Aside
Awardee
Award Issued Date
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
Description -
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0555 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a 50hp tractor with autosteer.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 333111 The small business size standard is 1,250 employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
The USDA, ARS, in Morris, MN has a new requirement for 50hp tractor that meets or exceeds the following, and the attached specification sheet:
John Deere 5075E, or comparable, with the following:
- 50+ hp diesel engine.
- 12F/12R Power Shuttle transmission & MFWD.
- Under 7,000 lbs total weight with 60" rear wheel spacing.
- GPS/Autosteer technology compatible with JD StarFire 7500 and G5 systems.
- Climate-controlled cab with air suspension seat.
- 18.2 GPM hydraulic pump and dual rear SCVs.
- Category 2 or 3N hitch with 2,000 lbs lift capacity.
- 540/1000 PTO.
- Local service center within 60 miles of Morris, MN.
- 24-month / 2,000-hour minimum warranty.
- Trade-in credit for 1999 JD 5210 (15,035 hours).
Award Type
The Government intends to make one award from this solicitation. Therefore, to be considered responsive, contractors must submit pricing for all items.
Evaluation and Basis for Award
The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203 based on the criteria listed below. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.
The Government will conduct a comparative evaluation of quotes to select the Contractor that is best suited to fulfill the requirement. The evaluation factors are: Price and Technical Capability. The Government reserves the right to select a quote that represents a superior technical solution, even if it is not the lowest priced.
Submission Requirements:
To be considered, provide a quote on company letterhead including:
- Vendor Details: SAM.gov UEI Number.
- Technical Documentation: Descriptive material and a "meets/does not meet" statement for the minimum specifications.
- Pricing: Unit price and total price (including all shipping/delivery costs).
- Timeline: Estimated lead time/delivery date.
- Validity: Quote must be valid for at least 60 days.
Offerors shall identify where the offered item meets or does not meet each of the Government's functional and performance minimum specifications listed herein.
Please ensure all email correspondence includes the solicitation number in the subject line. Emails without the RFQ number in the subject line may not be seen, read, and /or reviewed and therefore disqualified from consideration.
QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov, NO LATER THAN 1:00 p. m. ET, May 6th, 2026. Questions will only be accepted via email and WILL NOT be answered if received after this date/time.
QUOTES REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov , NO LATER THAN 5:00 p. m. ET, May 7th, 2026.
Delivery Address:
USDA-ARS, North Central Soil Conservation Research Lab
803 Iowa Ave
Morris, MN 56267