Attachment 1 - Statement of Work (SOW).pdf

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Clipper Eclipse 324 Machines Federal contract opportunity
Solicitation number
12441925Q0050
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Department of Agriculture Forest Service

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This Statement of Work (SOW) details the U.S. Department of Agriculture's requirements for procuring five Clipper Eclipse 324 seed processing machines for the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) National Nursery System. The machines will support forest seed cleaning and processing operations, with specific delivery requirements to five different nursery and seed extractory locations across the United States: Lucky Peak Nursery (Idaho), Toumey Nursery (Michigan), Bessey Nursery (Nebraska), Placerville Nursery (California), and Bend Seed Extractory (Oregon).

Each Clipper Eclipse 324 machine must meet detailed specifications, including a 324 square inch screen area, three-layer screening, built-in fan for dust removal, 1 HP motor, and powder-coated steel frame. Delivery timelines range from December 15, 2025 to March 15, 2025, with each machine to be fully operational and inspected upon delivery. The project aims to increase the efficiency and capacity of the USFS reforestation pipeline by providing specialized seed processing equipment manufactured by A.T. Ferrell Company in Bluffton, Indiana.

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US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Statement of Work (SOW)

Contents Project General Information

1.0 Scope of Work

2.0 Background

Contractor Requirements

3.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks

4.0 Government Furnished

5.0 Deliverables / Schedule

6.0 Travel

7.0 Contractor’s Key Personnel

8.0 Security Requirements

9.0 Data Rights

10.0 Section 508 – Electronic and Information Technology Standards Attachment

Project Clipper Eclipse 324 Machines

General Information

1.0 Scope of Work

The supplier shall provide, deliver, and ensure the functional operation of five (5) new Clipper Eclipse 324 seed processing machines, including all standard accessories, manuals, and documentation required for installation and use.

2.0 Background

The purpose of this SOW is to define the requirements and scope for the procurement of five (5) Clipper Eclipse 324 seed processing machines. These machines will be used to support forest seed cleaning and processing operations as part of our nursery and seed handling programs. The USFS National Nursery System supports the reforestation pipeline and this project will significantly increase the efficiency and capacity of the system to increase seed for reforestation needs.

Contractor Requirements

3.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks

Provide Clipper Eclipse 324 machines with hopper to feed the machine as well as fan/air controls.

Deliver to five different USFS sites as listed below.

• Machines must be fully operational on site and not arrive damaged.

o USFS Nursery and National Seed Specialist will confirm product has been received.

Each Clipper Eclipse 324 machine must meet the following specifications:

• Model: Clipper Eclipse 324

• Function: Seed cleaner and separator (scalping, screening, aspiration)

• Screen Area: 324 square inches (Integrated three screens each measuring 24 ½″ × 22 ¼″)

• Screens: Three (3) layers (2 scalp/1 sift)

• Aspiration: Built-in bottom blast fan for dust and chaff removal

• Drive: Variable eccentric drive for adjustable screen motion

• Power Requirements: 1 HP motor, 110V/60Hz (standard) or as specified

• Dimensions:

o Length: 54 inches (137.2 cm) o Width: 30 inches (76.2 cm) o Height: 61 inches (154.9 cm)

• Weight: Approx. 600 lbs (272 kg)

• Construction: Powder-coated steel frame, hardwood screen frames

• Manufacturer: A.T. Ferrell Company, Bluffton, Indiana, USA

Machines will be inspected upon delivery to verify:

• Compliance with listed specifications

• Proper functionality and no damage

• Inclusion of all accessories and documentation

4.0 Government Furnished

No government furnished items.

5.0 Deliverables / Schedule

All written deliverables shall be phrased in layperson language.

• Deliver Clipper Eclipse 324, to each of the facilities listed below in this order.

Key Deliverables

Item No.

Deliverable / Item Title

Description Frequency Reference Delivery Format Due By

1 Lucky Peak Nursery Eclipse

Deliver Clipper Eclipse 324 (as shown in diagram attached) to Lucky Peak Nursery

Once Attachments Ship to Lucky Peak Nursery 15169 E Highway 21 Boise, Idaho, 83716

December 15, 2025

2 Toumey Nursery Eclipse

Deliver Clipper Eclipse 324 (as shown in diagram attached) to Toumey Nursery

Once Attachments Ship to Toumey Nursery E23985 Old US 2 E Watersmeet, MI, 49969

January 15, 3 Bessey Nursery Eclipse

Deliver Clipper Eclipse 324 (as shown in diagram attached) to Bessey Nursery

Once Attachments Ship to C.E. Bessey Nursery 40637 River Loop Halsey, NE 69142

January 15, 4 Placerville Nursery Eclipse

Deliver Clipper Eclipse 324 (as shown in diagram attached) to Placerville Nursery

Once Attachments Ship to Placerville Nursery 2375 Fruitridge Rd Camino, CA 95709

March 15, 5 Bend Extractory Eclipse

Deliver Clipper Eclipse 324 (as shown in diagram attached) to Bend Seed Extractory

Once Attachments Ship to Bend Seed Extractory 63095 Deschutes Market Road Bend, OR 97701

March 15,

6.0 Travel

No travel for this project.

7.0 Contractor’s Key Personnel

Sales representative and any staff involved in supply and delivery.

8.0 Security Requirements

No Security Requirements.

9.0 Data Rights

No data for this project.

10.0 Section 508 – Electronic and Information Technology Standards No information or technology requirements.

Attachment Eclipse Diagram The-Clipper-Eclipse-324

Project
General Information
1.0 Scope of Work
2.0 Background
Contractor Requirements
3.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks
4.0 Government Furnished
5.0 Deliverables / Schedule
6.0 Travel
7.0 Contractor’s Key Personnel
8.0 Security Requirements
9.0 Data Rights
10.0 Section 508 – Electronic and Information Technology Standards
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