Updated Questions and Answers 03-31-2025.pdf
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This document is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) file dated 03/21/2025 for a Sheep Shearing solicitation issued by the USDA Agricultural Research Service. The Q&A addresses four key questions regarding the sheep shearing contract:
The questions cover timing, service capacity, and amendment procedures. Specifically, the answers indicate that sheep shearing must occur as close to April 15th as possible to prevent heat stress and fly strike, with the entire shearing process to be completed within two to three days. Regarding amendments, bidders are instructed to complete blocks 15a, 15b, and 15c on the SF30 form if applicable. The Q&A provides clarity on operational expectations and procedural requirements for potential contractors bidding on this sheep shearing contract.
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Q&A – 03/21/2025
Question #1 - Is there an estimated time frame for shearing the sheep?
Answer – Needs to be done as close to around April 15th to help prevent any heat stress issues when we turn out to pasture but have enough time to regrow some wool to help prevent fly strike or other similar issues.
Question #2 - Would you like our team to specify how many sheep can be serviced per day?
Answer – Can have all the sheep sheared in two days but am okay with a maximum of three days.
Question #3 – Would it be possible for the shearing to be done after April 15, 2025?
Answer – Needs to be done as close to around April 15th to help prevent any heat stress issues when we turn out to pasture but have enough time to regrow some wool to help prevent fly strike or other similar issues.
Question #4 - There's been a new amendment issued along with an extended due date. Could you please confirm whether we need to resubmit our bid in light of this update?
Answer - On the SF30 amendment(s) (if applicable) offers shall complete blocks 15a, 15b, and 15c.
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