SOW Small batch sheller.docx

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Bulk Maize Sheller Federal contract opportunity
Solicitation number
12405B23Q0484
Issued by
Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service Field Research Implementation and Information Delivery

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This statement of work outlines requirements for a small batch sheller to remove corn kernels from cobs. The sheller must handle both individual ears and bulk samples of multiple ears with minimal kernel damage across a range of ear sizes. It needs adjustable settings to accommodate different varieties with a maximum cycle time of 20 seconds for bulks and 5 seconds for single ears. The sheller should thoroughly clean out between samples without carryover. Provisions are included for adding a seed transfer function and viewing windows to inspect cleanout. The unit must be easy to service and maintain using locally available components. Specifications are provided for 120V 60Hz operation.

The related federal contract opportunity is a solicitation for a bulk maize sheller issued by the Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service Field Research Implementation and Information Delivery. Technical requirements for the sheller are outlined in the attached statement of work.

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Statement of work Small batch sheller Small batch sheller, this machine will remove the seed (corn kernels) from the cobs quickly and efficiently and will be able to handle either single (individual) ears or bulks consisting of mutliple ears

· Little to no seed damage and can be used for all ear sizes ranging from small, inbred ears to larger hybrid ears. Must be quickly adjustable for fast change over between varieties. Multiple settings required to allow for finer adjustment for multiple ear sizes

· Maximum 20 second cycle time for bulk sample (i.e., 10-15 ears)

· Maximum 5 second cycle time for single ears

· Thorough clean-out capability with no carry over between samples

· Design should allow us to easily add seed transfer to grading equipment

· Viewing windows are desired for each side of the machine to inspect for cleanout between varieties

· Should be easy to maintain and service, with all components available to be purchased from local vendor(s).

· 120V, 60Mhz

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