VAS Trellis Systems for Field 11 and 21, Parlier, California

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 1232SA26Q0993 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for all required materials and complete installation of the 78-in and 96-in VAS Trellis Systems in Blocks 11 and 21 to ensure efficient and consistent sample processing for phenotyping purposes and safeguard the USDA-ARS breeding program’s ability to produce accurate, reproducible scientific data. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns.

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 238990 The small business size standard is $19.0 Million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.