High-capacity soil batch mixer
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 USDA, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Pacific West Area (PWA) is soliciting quotations for a high-capacity soil batch mixer to support potato seedling production at its Aberdeen, ID facility. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The mixer must produce enough growing mix for 80,000 to 120,000 potato seedlings. Quotes are due by April 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) Model SD-3 Super Duty Batch Mixer with an 18 cu ft. capacity. Key specifications include:
- Ability to handle a mix up to 60% sand with a weight of 47 lbs/cu. ft.
- Easy-to-operate discharge chute for single-person operation.
- Auger with paddles or flutes featuring sawtooth edges.
- Integrated water spray pipes and nozzles for moistening batches.
- Delivery is required by August 1, 2026, with early deliveries accepted.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ)
- Anticipated Award Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 333111 (Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Place of Performance: Aberdeen, ID 83210
- Quotes Due: April 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET
- Published Date: April 22, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
Quotes will be evaluated based on Price and Technical Acceptability. The award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, not necessarily the lowest-priced. Price will be assessed for fairness and reasonableness, while technical acceptability will evaluate the offeror's ability to meet requirements and understanding of the item. Past performance will be assessed as acceptable or neutral.
- Offerors must submit pricing for all items.
- Quotes must be submitted via email to katelyn.nelson@usda.gov with the subject line "Quote for 1232SA26Q0462".
- Offerors agree to hold prices firm for 30 calendar days.
Amendment 0001
This amendment incorporates the mandatory contract clause FAR 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (Apr 2026)", as required by Executive Order 14398. This amendment does not extend the offer due date, and offerors must acknowledge its receipt.