The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service awarded a purchase order to Rkj, LLC for one 25-foot pruning tower lift on September 18, 2026, with a ceiling value of $95,800.00. The solicitation, posted September 4, 2026, sought two lifts via Request for Quotation; the award reflects at minimum a partial order. Place of performance is College Station, Texas. The lift must meet brand-name specification (ORBIT LIFT 25FT TIER 4 KUB DSL with hydro-drive and axle slide kit, or equal) with dual hydrostatic drive, tripod three-wheel design with pivotable rear wheel, Kubota Diesel Tier 4 engine, electric over hydraulic joystick controls, minimum 4 mph travel speed, minimum 55% grade ability, and operator platform entry height not exceeding 18 inches. Delivery is required by December 17, 2026.