Attachment 1 Optical Seed Sorter Specifications.pdf
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- 12805B25Q0082
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This document is a detailed specifications file for a 32-channel optical seed sorter required by the USDA Agricultural Research Service's Edward T. Schafer Agricultural Research Center (ETSARC) in Fargo, North Dakota. The optical seed sorter must have advanced features including two high-resolution RGB CCD cameras, an imaging processor capable of sorting by color/shape/size, an integrated air ejector system, artificial intelligence software for automated calibration, and the ability to detect colors with 16-million color resolution. Additional requirements include a touchscreen interface, connection capabilities to external monitors/PCs, removable legs with castors, specific electrical and compressed air requirements, and the capacity to sort seeds ranging from small camelina to large sunflower seeds.
The procurement includes installation of the seed sorter at the Fargo research center, with two days of on-site training and ongoing phone/virtual support. The delivery is scheduled within 30 days, with a 1-year warranty covering labor and parts. The solicitation (Number 12805B25Q0082) is set aside for small businesses under NAICS Code 333111, with quotes due by April 8, 2025. The government intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order to the lowest-priced technically acceptable quote, with the equipment to be delivered to the Edward T. Schafer Agricultural Research Center at 1616 Albrecht Blvd N, Fargo, North Dakota 58102.
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SPECIFICATIONS – OPTICAL SEED SORTER
1.0 Specifications Description:
USDA – ARS – ETSARC in Fargo, North Dakota requires an optical seed sorter to facilitate further research into agronomic traits that may be related to seed size, color, and/or weight.
Seed Sorter – 32-channel optical seed sorter Quantity: 1
Unit Type: Each
Minimum Requirements:
A. Advanced vision system with two (2) high resolution full color RGB (Red-Green-Blue) CCD cameras
B. Imaging processor capable of sorting by color, shape, and size
C. Integrated ejector utilizing air bursts (0.5 – 2.0 millisecond burst)
D. Artificial Intelligent software package to automate & auto calibrate the sort settings based known inputs
E. Color difference detected via 8-bit color resolution of each color (Red/Green/Blue) for a total of 16-million (28 x 28 x 28) colors
F. Minimum detection size is 0.08 mm2 (one pixel)
G. Instrument dimension should not exceed 28” wide x 48” depth x 78” height
H. Instrument shall be supplied with one (1) stainless steel top/supply hopper and three (3) stainless discharges (accept, reject, & spillage)
I. Includes an >8” touchscreen interface
J. Capable of connection to external monitor and/or PC.
K. Instrument should have removable legs with castors provided to facilitate free-standing or bench/tabletop operation
L. Electrical requirements are 110V, 60Hz, single phase with power cord provided
M. Compressed air supply requirements should not exceed 8 cfm at 120 psi
N. Ejector pressure should be 40 psi
O. There should be 32 ejectors for sorting
P. Rate of the vibratory feeder should be digitally regulated via the touchscreen controller
Q. Feed rate should be controlled by a movable gate from the hopper to the feeder discharge
R. The instrument discharges to side of sorter
S. Must be capable of sorting seeds as small as camelina and as large as sunflower
T. Requirement includes installation of one 32-channel optical seed sorter system at the location per Section 3.0
U. At least two days of on-site training shall occur immediately following installation
V. Additional phone and virtual meeting support shall be available as need for the life of the machine
W. Instrument shall connect to compressed air via a quick-connect fitting.
2.0 Exclusions
USDA-ARS ETSARC will provide an air compressor, additional air tank, and air dryer.
3.0 Place of Delivery
1. Delivery FOB:
Edward T. Schafer Agricultural Research Center 1616 Albrecht Blvd N Fargo, North Dakota 58102
2. A forklift is available onsite for delivery.
3. Training will occur on-site.
4.0 Delivery Schedule and Incidental Service Schedule
Item/Incidental Service QTY Unit Place of Delivery Delivery Date All items and services listed under Section 1.0
1 Each See Section 2.0 30 Days
Phone and virtual meeting support 1 Each Virtual/Off-site Life of Machine
5.0 Delivery Point of Contact
Brant Bigger 701-239-1253 brant.bigger@usda.gov
6.0 Additional Requirements
Warranty: Warranty: 1-year free labor and parts for the color sorter. Contractor is responsible to service the equipment.
Facility Access: No badges or background checks are required. A Federal employee will be assigned to authorize the contractor and their workers entry. Contractor employees will be escorted and monitored throughout the building. Work shall be performed Monday through Friday between hours of 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
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