Supply of Potash Fertilizer (0-0-60)

The contract calls for the supply of 18 tons of Potash fertilizer with an NPK rating of 0-0-60, or an approved equivalent product that meets federal brand name or equal standards. Bidders must provide comprehensive technical documentation to demonstrate that any non-brand-name product is chemically and functionally equivalent to the specified potash, ensuring compliance with federal procurement requirements. The solicitation is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the Small Business Administration are eligible to respond, as defined by FAR 19.5 and classified under NAICS code 325311 for fertilizer manufacturing. Responses are due by July 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., with the contract performance taking place in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the USDA ARS AFM APD office. The posting date is June 25, 2026, indicating a brief but critical window for interested small businesses to prepare and submit proposals. All submissions must include proof of equivalency for alternative products and adhere to federal standards for agricultural inputs to qualify for award.