Precision Metal Fabrication & Welding – Structural Components

The contract awarded under the Small Business Set Aside program requires the supply of precision-cut and welded structural components including frames, augers, and cutting mechanisms, manufactured using CNC machining, laser cutting, and robotic welding to ensure high durability and tight dimensional tolerances. The work is classified under NAICS code 332322 and is designated exclusively for small businesses, emphasizing local economic development through federal subcontracting. The offeror must meet rigorous quality standards to support critical agricultural research applications, with all deliverables expected to comply with exacting engineering specifications for performance under demanding operational conditions. Performance of the contract is scheduled to occur in Sidney, Montana, with a response deadline of August 7, 2026, and the solicitation posted on August 3, 2026. The awarding entity is the USDA ARS AFM APD, part of the Department of Agriculture, indicating these components will support advanced agricultural machinery or research equipment. Although no point of contact or detailed address is provided, the place of performance is firmly established in Sidney, and all submissions must be completed within the five-day window to qualify, with full compliance required to fulfill the terms of this subcontract.