The Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service awarded a purchase order to Westex Group, Inc., a small disadvantaged business, on September 25, 2026, valued at $28,520.46 for replacement of a John Deere 7610 transmission at its U.S. Meat Animal Research Center in Clay Center, Nebraska. The order carries a Total Small Business Set-Aside designation. Work includes supply and installation of a reman transmission (RE201075), draining and disconnecting the existing transmission, replacement or repair of hydraulic lines, hoses, cables, and wiring, removal of drivetrain and shields, and operational verification. Performance is scheduled to conclude by October 24, 2026, within 30 days of award. Service Contract Labor Standards apply, with regional prevailing wage rates ranging from $13.50 to $57.04 per hour plus $5.92 fringe benefits. The order originated from a solicitation posted September 15, 2026, with quotations due September 21, 2026.