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NAICS Code· 111940

NAICS 111940: Hay Farming

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in growing hay, alfalfa, clover, and/or mixed hay. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 111940 – Hay Farming encompasses the cultivation and harvesting of hay crops such as alfalfa, clover, timothy, and other forage grasses primarily for animal feed. This sector supports livestock operations across federal and military installations, including equine units, research facilities, and conservation programs that require sustainable forage supplies.

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Total Obligations (12mo)

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NAICS code 111940 covers Hay Farming. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in growing hay, alfalfa, clover, and/or mixed hay. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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Grass Hay SupplierThis subcontract involves the supply and delivery of 50 tons of grass hay for prime contractors working on Bureau of Land Management facility projects located in Delta, Utah. The selected supplier is responsible for the harvesting, processing, and baling of the hay, ensuring that all products are either U.S.-made or designated country end products in accordance with FAR 52.225-6. Managed under the Department of the Interior's Utah State Office, the opportunity falls under NAICS code 111940. The solicitation was posted on September 23, 2026, with a response deadline of October 7, 2026.

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Weed-Free Alfalfa Hay SupplierThis subcontract involves the supply and delivery of 650 tons of weed-free alfalfa hay for prime contractors working on Bureau of Land Management facility projects in Delta, Utah. The selected supplier is responsible for harvesting, processing, and baling the hay according to strict technical specifications to ensure it is weed-free. All products must be U.S.-made or designated country end products in compliance with FAR 52.225-6. Managed by the Department of the Interior's Utah State Office under NAICS code 111940, the opportunity was posted on September 23, 2026, with a response deadline of October 7, 2026. The contract focuses on providing high-quality agricultural materials necessary for the successful execution of BLM facility projects.

Utah State Office

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Delta WH&B Facility Hay

Solicitation # 140L5726Q0033

The Bureau of Land Management is soliciting quotes for a firm-fixed-price, single-award contract to procure weed-free hay for the Wild Horse and Burra Facility in Delta, Utah. This total small business set-aside under NAICS code 111940 requires the delivery of 650 tons of weed-free alfalfa hay and 50 tons of grass hay. All supplies must be domestically grown from the 2026 harvest, leafy, green, well-cured, and free of dust, mold, heating, and weeds. The hay must be barn-stored or covered with tarps to prevent weather-related damage. Grass hay specifically must be provided in uniform 2 or 3 string small bales, and no broken bales will be accepted. All deliveries must be completed FOB Destination to Millard, Utah, prior to November 30, 2026. Quotes will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable approach, with award granted to the responsible quoter who meets all technical specifications and offers the lowest total price. Interested respondents must maintain active registration in the System for Award Management and submit their quotes via email by October 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM MT. Required submission documents include a short cover letter with company identification, a commercial quote schedule, and signed acknowledgments of all solicitation amendments. Upon award, payment requests must be processed electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform.

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Hay Baling ServicesThis subcontract for Hay Baling Services involves the harvesting and baling of grass hay, legume hay, or wheat stubble for prime contractors on Illinois Department of Natural Resources farm lease projects. The selected provider is responsible for mowing, raking, and baling specified hay types, as well as transporting the bales away from the lease sites in accordance with designated cropping plans and field boundaries. The project requires the use of specialized equipment, including mowers, rakes, balers, and transport trailers. Managed by the Illinois Office of Realty and Capital Planning under NAICS code 111940, the solicitation was posted on September 22, 2026, with a response deadline of November 4, 2026.

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Wheat Stubble Baling and HayingThis subcontract opportunity, titled Wheat Stubble Baling and Haying, involves providing agricultural services for prime contractors on Illinois Department of Natural Resources farm lease projects. The selected provider will be responsible for mowing, raking, and baling wheat stubble as well as legume or grass hay, utilizing the necessary machinery to complete these tasks and ensuring the delivery of all baled materials away from the site. The project is managed by the Illinois Office of Realty and Capital Planning under NAICS code 111940. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of November 4, 2026, following the posting date of September 22, 2026.

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87--OFO PAULS VALLEY 2026-2027 HAY

Solicitation # 140L1726Q0041

Solicitation 140L1726Q0041 is a total small business set-aside for a firm-fixed-unit-price contract to provide high-quality alfalfa hay for the Bureau of Land Management's Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Center in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. The contract covers a period of performance from September 10, 2026, to September 9, 2027, with estimated annual requirements ranging from 200 to 1,500 tons, not to exceed 150 tons per month. The hay must be from 2026 or 2027 crops, consisting of at least 75 percent alfalfa with a crude protein level of 14 percent or higher and a Relative Feed Value of 140 or higher. Physical requirements specify large square bales weighing between 800 and 2,200 pounds; round bales are strictly prohibited. Deliveries must be coordinated with the Contracting Officer's Representative three workdays in advance to arrive within a four-hour window between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on weekdays. All shipments are F.O.B. Destination and require state-certified weight tickets for verification. The government will evaluate offers based on technical capability, past performance involving three to ten similar projects from the last three years, and price reasonableness. Payment is processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform System. Non-compliant hay will be rejected and must be replaced by the contractor within 10 business days at their own expense.

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27AL2381 Pyramid State Park - Denmark Unit Farm Lease

Solicitation # 27-422DNR-REALT-B-54169

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27AL2410 Pyramid State Park - Captain Unit Farm Lease

Solicitation # 27-422DNR-REALT-B-54066

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Grass/Alfalfa Hay SupplierThis subcontract with the USDA Forest Service requires the supply of 75 tons, or 150,000 lbs, of grass and alfalfa hay to be delivered to Bishop, California. The supplier is responsible for harvesting and baling the material into 3-string rectangle bales and must provide certified empty and loaded weight slips for every delivery to verify the total quantity. The contract is designated as a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 111940. To ensure compliance, all materials must meet the Buy American-Supplies standards as outlined in FAR 52.225-1.

USDA Forest Service

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87--Alfalfa Hay the Palomino Valley Wild Horse and Burro Center (PVC) in Reno, Nevada.

Solicitation # 140L0126Q0005

The Bureau of Land Management is soliciting 3,000 tons of alfalfa hay under a full small business set-aside, with the procurement governed by FAR Part 12 as a commercial item acquisition. The requirement, issued as a combined synopsis/solicitation under solicitation number 140L0126Q0005, is restricted to small business concerns meeting the NAICS code 111940 with a size standard of $2.5 million in average annual receipts. All deliveries must be completed between October 1, 2026, and June 18, 2027, in three equal shipments of 1,000 tons each, delivered FOB destination to the Palomino Valley Wild Horse and Burro Center in Reno, Nevada. The alfalfa hay must originate from the 2026 second crop or equivalent, meet specified quality standards including 12% to 18% crude protein and 130 to 170 relative feed value, be free of harmful weeds and blister beetles, and be baled according to strict dimensional, weight, and securing requirements—small bales weighing 100–140 pounds with three strands of rat- and rot-proof twine, and large bales weighing 800–2,000 pounds with six to eight strands, with round bales prohibited. All hay must be sun-cured, barn-stored or tarped, and delivered without weather damage. The contract requires full compliance with FAR clauses including 52.211-16 allowing for ±10% variation in quantities, 52.240-91 and 52.240-93 mandating security prohibitions and safeguarding of information systems, and 52.203-6 with Alternate I restricting subcontractor sales to the government. Offerors must submit a three-volume quotation electronically by 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time on August 10, 2026, with Volume I covering administrative and certification documentation, Volume II containing the completed price schedule, and Volume III including the certification of compliance with specifications. Evaluation will follow a lowest priced technically acceptable process: only the lowest-priced offer will be reviewed for technical acceptability, which hinges on the certification form verifying adherence to all specifications, use of a hay squeeze for sampling, and coordination with the Contracting Officer’s

Washington Dc Office

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Inyo NF Hay Purchase

Solicitation # 127EAY26Q0140

Solicitation 127EAY26Q0140 is a Total Small Business Set-Aside issued by the USDA Forest Service for the procurement of 75 tons (150,000 lbs) of grass and alfalfa hay for the Inyo National Forest. The required hay must consist of 80 percent grass and 20 percent alfalfa, utilizing acceptable varieties such as Meadow, Blue, Timothy, Orchard, Brome, and Alfalfa. The product must be delivered in 3-string rectangle bales approximately 18 inches wide by 18 inches high by 36 inches long. Quality standards require the hay to be well cured and free of dust, mold, foreign materials, and specific weeds or grains like triticale or wheat. Deliveries are to be made to the Inyo NF stock facility at Mann Ranch in Bishop, California, with the delivery window starting between October 1st and October 20th, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The vendor is responsible for delivering, unloading, and stacking the hay on a solid surface; any uneven or leaning stacks must be corrected by the vendor at no additional cost. Each load must be accompanied by a certified weight slip showing both empty and loaded weights. All hay must be inspected by the Contracting Officer Representative at the hay ranch prior to loading. Award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria, evaluating price, technical approach, and past performance. To be considered responsive, offerors must provide pricing for all items and demonstrate their ability to meet the schedule requirements. Quotes are due by September 28, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. PDT and should be emailed to Margaret Forrest. The procurement falls under NAICS code 111940 with a small business size standard of 2.5 million dollars.

USDA Forest Service

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Wheat Stubble Bailing and Hay HarvestingThis subcontract involves the bailing of wheat stubble and the harvesting of legume or grass hay for prime contractors working on Illinois Department of Natural Resources farm lease projects. The scope of work includes mowing, raking, and bailing using specialized equipment such as balers, mowers, and transport trailers, as well as the final delivery of the harvested materials. All operations must strictly comply with CERP guidelines regarding water flow and soil disturbance. Managed by the Illinois Office of Realty and Capital Planning, the opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 111940. The solicitation was posted on September 16, 2026, with a response deadline set for October 28, 2026.

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