Caprine

The United States Special Operations Command is conducting a pre-solicitation market research effort to identify potential suppliers of male caprines (goats) and fermented alfalfa haylage for multiple military installations including Fort Liberty, Hunter Army Airfield, Fort Campbell, Camp Dawson, Camp Buckley, and Camp Williams/Dugway Proving Grounds. The procurement seeks USDA-licensed contractors capable of delivering live male goats weighing a minimum of 55 pounds, with strict health and quarantine requirements including a 14-day pre-delivery quarantine period and comprehensive veterinary inspections. Potential suppliers must submit a detailed capability statement by February 14, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, including company information, UEI/CAGE codes, business size status, and demonstrable relevant experience. The market research is conducted under NAICS code 112420 (Goat Farming) with a $2.5 million size standard, and responses should be emailed to the USASOC Contracting Office. This is a request for information only and will not result in an immediate contract award.

The procurement has no specific set-aside designations and allows for delivery of 30-150 animals per order, with an annual maximum of 5,045 animals. The government reserves the right to reduce orders by up to 20% within 48 hours of delivery and may require contractor storage of up to 500 animals for a maximum of 30 days. Contractors must provide fermented alfalfa haylage in 50-pound bags, meeting specific nutritional requirements including minimum crude protein and amino acid levels. Deliveries must be made within 30 days of order issuance, with specific delivery windows between 6-9 AM on weekdays and 48-hour advance coordination required. The procurement also mandates comprehensive animal health and enrichment programs, with contractors required to maintain detailed procurement and delivery records. While no specific award value is mentioned, the requirements suggest a significant ongoing need for these specialized agricultural supply services supporting military training operations.