Smart Apply automatic sprayer components for the USDA, ARS, Application Technology Research Unit in Wooster, OH

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for SmartApply components required for four prototype systems to be assembled by Government staff. The components must be SmartApply brand name parts. The specific requirements and specifications are detailed in Attachment A.

• Procurement of specific SmartApply components, including:

  • Ruggon Tablet Kit (Part number BU48278)
  • Ruggon Tablet Accessories Kit (Part number BU48522)
  • LIDAR Harness Kit, Smart Apply (Part number BU48518)
  • Harness, 50" Gen2 GPS Antenna (Part number ISS61001105)
  • Harness (Part number ISS6100123)

• All parts must be NEW approved parts.

• Clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) is required, including a documented paper trail.

• Contractors must furnish a Certificate of Conformance (COC) in accordance with FAR clause 52.246-15.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-fixed price with priced line items.

• The Government intends to make one award.

• Offerors must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive.

• Evaluation will be based on Price and Technical Acceptability.

• Price: Offerors should include quantity price discounts and prompt payment discounts. Pricing will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.

• Technical Acceptability: Items must be the exact brand name, make, and model specified. Documentation (e.g., manufacturer quote, datasheet) is required to confirm the product. Alternate or "equal" products will not be considered.

• Past Performance will also be evaluated.

• Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.

• Delivery: All items are required within 30 days after award. Early deliveries will be accepted.

• Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• The document lists numerous FAR and AGAR clauses, including several related to small business concerns (e.g., HUBZone, Small Business Set-Aside, Nonmanufacturer Rule), Buy American provisions, and other compliance requirements.

• Questions must be submitted via email to Shelley.Steen@usda.gov no later than June 22, 2026.

• Items shall be shipped to: USDA, ARS, ATRU Application Technology Research Unit, 1680 Madison Avenue, Wooster, OH 44691-4114.

• This solicitation incorporates provisions by reference. Full text is available upon request or electronically.

• The document also details procedures for filing agency protests.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the specifications for the procurement of SmartApply smart sprayer components intended for prototype systems used in counting trees. The project is part of research conducted by the Application Technology Research Unit in Wooster, Ohio, aiming to develop an automatic system for nursery inventory. The components are based on existing intelligent sprayer control systems and will be used to build automatic nursery inventory prototypes.

• Procurement of components for four prototype systems.

• Components must be SmartApply brand name only.

• Specific items required include:

  • Quantity of 4: BU48278 – Ruggon Tablet kit
  • Quantity of 4: BU48522 – Ruggon tablet interface Accessories Kits
  • Quantity of 4: BU48518 – LIDAR Harness Kit, Smart Apply
  • Quantity of 4: ISS61001105 – Harness, 50" Gen2 GPS Antenna
  • Quantity of 4: ISS6100123 – Harness

• LIDAR sensors, GPS receivers, and control boxes are not included in this procurement.

• Deliverables must be delivered within 30 days after award.

• Delivery Address: USDA, ARS, ARTU, Attn: Adam Clark, 1680 Madison Avenue, Wooster, OH 44691-4114.

• Not specified in this document.

• Not specified in this document.

• Government Furnished Information or Property: N/A

• Travel: N/A

• Contractor's Key Personnel: N/A

• Security Requirements: None

• Data Rights: N/A

• Section 508 – Electronic and Information Technology Standards: N/A