Attachment 1 - Minimum Specifications.docx
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This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Precision Vacuum Seeder with the ability to track and map individual seeds. The USDA Agricultural Research Service located in Madison, WI is seeking a 4-row planter with vacuum seeding technology that can handle small seed quantities between 0.5-20mm, seed at depths between 0.5-3 inches, and operate on a 31 horsepower tractor. The seeder must have no-till planting capability and variable row width. The government intends to award a firm fixed price purchase order to the responsible offeror whose quote conforms to the specifications and represents the best value. Quotes are due by 6:30 am Central Time on July 24, 2024 and shall be submitted via email to the contracting officer. The associated NAICS code is 333111 with a 1250 employee size standard. Attachments outline the minimum technical specifications for the seeder.
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Attachment 1 – Minimum Specifications
· Precision space-planting of seeds 2-18” within the row, which requires vacuum seeding technology
· Multiple vacuum disks for an array of in-row spacing and seed sizes ranging from 0.5-20mm
· Ability to track and map individual seeds
· Handling many batches of very small seed quantities with an indexer tray
· A rider would need to sit on the back of the unit for loading envelopes
· The ability to seed between ¼” and 3” deep
· Four row planter with variable row width
· No till planting capacity
· Ability to operate off of a smaller 31 horse power tractor
· Short hitch to fit easily on a trailer when a tractor is attached
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