Specification Document.pdf
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- Seed Drill Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- 12505B24Q0346
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This document is a Specification Document for a seed drill required by the USDA, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Plant Genetic Resources Unit in Geneva, NY. The seed drill must have a 60-inch working width, 72-inch transport width, weigh over 800 pounds, be less than 5 feet tall, and have at least two planting rollers. It must be compatible with a tractor of at least 35 horsepower and operate at 3-5 mph. The seed drill requires two seed boxes - one for cool season grasses/cereals and one for legumes/native grasses. The drill must have a Category 1 or 2 tractor hitch mount, ASABE quick-hitch compatibility, ground drive system, and wind deflector tray. A minimum 90-day standard warranty and 1-year gearbox warranty are required, along with an operator's manual. Delivery is to the USDA facility in Geneva, NY.
The related federal contract opportunity is a Request for Quote (RFQ) with Solicitation Number 12505B24Q0346 issued by the USDA, ARS, Field Research Implementation and Information Delivery Midwest Area. This is a total small business set-aside for a Seed Drill, with NAICS code 333111 (Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing). The award will be a Firm Fixed Price contract based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. Quotes are due by September 11, 2024 and the period of performance is delivery by October 30, 2024.
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SPECIFICATION
BACKGROUND
USDA, ARS, Plant Genetic Resources Unit, in Geneva, NY will require a five-foot seed drill that can be mounted on a three-point hitch. This will be a tractor mounted implement for crop and turf direct seeding on a research farm growing a diverse collection of fruit, vegetable, and hemp crops. New orchard establishment and narrow alley-way maintenance require the use of a seeder for sowing turf and cover crops to prevent erosion. The seeder will also be required for establishing alley ways for care and maintenance in the production of various seed crops. The seeder will be used by the Clonal, Vegetable, and Hemp projects at the Plant Genetic Resources Unit at Geneva, NY.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
● Working width of 60-inches
● Transport width of 72-inches
● Weighs more than 800 pounds
● Height less than 5-feet
● At least two planting rollers
● Front roller at least 11-inch diameter
● Rear roller at least 9-inch diameter
● Use with a tractor with at least 35 horsepower.
● Recommended operating speed of 3-5 mph
● Two seed boxes
● Fist seed box with minimum 10-cups for cool season grass and cereal grains
● Second seed box with minimum 10-cups for legume and native grass seeds
DISTINGUISGHING CHARACTERISTICS
● Category 1 or 2 tractor hitch mount
● ASABE quick-hitch compatible for safety in tractor attachment
● Ground drive system
● Wind deflector tray
● Calibration tray for accurate seeding rate measurements
WARRANTY
Minimum 90-day from date of delivery standard warranty is required. Minimum one-year gearbox warranty is required.
TRAINING
An operator’s manual written in English, outlining detailed instructions required to operate and service the equipment will be required.
Documentation. The Contractor shall provide an electronic copy (by email to tyler.gordon@usda.gov) of delivery confirmation and standard technical specifications and instructions.
DELIVERY
Delivery shall be included in the total price and the item(s) will be delivered to the address below between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern, Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays.
DELIVERY OFFICE
Tyler Gordon
USDA, ARS, PGRU
2865 County Rd. 6 Geneva, NY 14456 Phone: +1-315-787-2312
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
USDA ARS NEA AAO ACQ/PER PROP
10300 Baltimore Ave.
BLDG 003, RM 223, BARC-WEST
Beltsville, MD 20705
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