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John Deere 5075E, or comparable
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This solicitation, numbered 1232SA26Q0555, is a combined synopsis and Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued under FAR Part 12 for the acquisition of a single 50 horsepower diesel tractor with integrated GPS autosteer technology, specifically targeting a John Deere 5075E or an equivalent commercial item. The acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS Code 333111 with a size standard of 1,250 employees, meaning only small business concerns are eligible to respond. The tractor must meet strict technical specifications including a 12F/12R Power Shuttle transmission, mechanical front-wheel drive, under 7,000 lbs weight with 60-inch rear wheel spacing, a climate-controlled cab with air suspension, an 18.2 GPM hydraulic pump with dual rear SCVs, a Category 2 or 3N hitch rated for 2,000 lbs lift capacity, a 540/1000 PTO, and compatibility with John Deere StarFire 7500 and G5 GPS systems. The vendor must provide local service support within 60 miles of Morris, Minnesota, and offer a minimum 24-month or 2,000-hour warranty. Additionally, the offer must include a trade-in credit for a 1999 John Deere 5210 with over 15,000 operating hours. Quotations must be submitted by email to Richard Hawthorne at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov no later than 5:00 p.m. ET on May 7, 2026, and must include the solicitation number in the subject line to be considered. Each quote must be on official company letterhead and contain: the vendor’s SAM.gov UEI number, a detailed “meets/does not meet” assessment for each specified requirement, unit and total pricing inclusive of all shipping and delivery costs, an estimated delivery timeline, and a guarantee that the quote remains valid for at least 60 days. Award will be made based on a trade-off evaluation of Technical Capability and Price, with the Government reserving the right to select a higher-priced offer if it provides a superior technical solution. Delivery is F.O.B. Destination to the USDA-ARS North Central Soil Conservation Research Lab at 803 Iowa Ave, Morris, MN 5
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Agency
Contract Value
$71,062.5NAICS
Place of Performance
Morris, MN, 56267, USASet-Aside
Awardee
Award Issued Date
Timeline
Submission Closed
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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
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