87--BADL BISON ROUNDUP HAY PURCHASE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Park Service (NPS), specifically the NEKOTA Major Acquisition Buying Office (MABO), is issuing a pre-solicitation notice for the purchase of Weed-Free Hay for Badlands National Park. This opportunity is set aside 100% for Small Businesses and will result in a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order. The official solicitation is expected within one business day, with responses anticipated around June 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the purchase of Weed-Free Hay, which can be a native or non-native grass forage mix. The initial quantity required is 75 delivered tons at the time of award. The Government will have options to purchase additional quantities:
- Option 1: Up to 23 additional tons within 30 days after contract award.
- Option 2: An additional 23 tons within 60-90 days after contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: September 1 to September 30, 2026
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (100% Small Business)
- NAICS Code: 311119 (Other Animal Food Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 650 employees
- Solicitation Release: Expected within 1 business day
- Responses Due: Approximately June 22, 2026 (specific date/time in official solicitation)
- Published Date: June 4, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must possess a UEI number and be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. The full Request for Quotes (RFQ) package, including the statement of work, will be posted on Sam.Gov. No hard copies or email copies of the solicitation will be provided.
Additional Notes
This is a preliminary notice. All details, including the exact due date and time, will be finalized in the upcoming official RFQ package. Interested parties should monitor Sam.Gov for the release of the solicitation.