John Deere 5095M tractor

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE

USMARC

SPECIFICATIONS

Tractor 2023

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is 12405B23Q0381 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The NAICS code is 333111 – Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing 1,250. This solicitation document incorporates those provision and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-04.

Any quotes not meeting the minimum specifications will not be considered. 

1. Introduction: The John Deere 5095M tractor is an essential component necessary to establish and maintain field research and will be used to support the pathology, nematology, and soybean breeding research programs. The objective is to provide essential equipment for the projects field research          working in the development of soybean germplasm, disease and nematode resistance, and exploration of cultural practice benefiting the soybean production area of the upper mid-south region.

1. Scope:  The Contractor shall provide set up and delivery of new tractor and pick up of government traded equipment. Provide service and repairs as related to warranty claims during the warranty period of the new tractor. 

1. Technical Requirements:  To supply 1 John Deere 5095M utility tractor with specifics as follows; 4WD front axle, 320-85-R24  radial front tires, 480/85R30 rear radial tires, flanged rear axle, adjustable front axle spacing that will achieve 59 -79 inches adjustable rear axle spacing that will achieve 53-90 inches, category 2 hitch and top link, minimum 5000lb lifting capacity, draw bar with hammer strap,540rpm 6 spline and 1000 rpm 21 spline PTO, electronic PTO engage, hydraulic wet disc brakes, 12v 120 amp alternator, convenience power outlet in cab, power reversing transmission with 16 forward 16reverse speeds, transmission park, wet clutch, engine horsepower rating minimum 95, 4 cylinder turbocharged diesel engine Final tier 4 emissions level, standard cab with air conditioning / heat and radio, air ride seat suspension, rear-view mirrors, tilt and telescoping steering wheel,  open center hydraulics, 3 hydraulic remote control valves with minimum 18 gpm capacity, outlets with covers, minimum 24 gpm hydraulic pump, rear fender hitch controls fuel tank minimum capacity of 40 gallons.

1. Place of performance:       USDA/ARS

                                                605 Airways Blvd

                                                Jackson, Tn. 38301

1. Point of Contact:  Chris Street ph.731-425-4744 chris.street@usda.gov

1. Period of Performance: 
2. Government Furnished:

      1)Trade In 2004 John Deere 6120 tractor

Quotes are due: 07/25/2023 at 8:00am (CT)

All responsible businesses meeting the requirements may submit a quote which shall be considered by the Agency.

DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN QUOTE: In order to be considered for award Offerors shall provide 1) a Quote on company letterhead detailing the item description, unit price per item, discounts for trade-ins, total price and valid for at least 60 days after receipt of quote; and 2) FAR 52.212-3, OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATION-COMMERCIAL ITEMS;The Representation and Certification section must be completed electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) website at www.sam.gov.

REJECTION OF QUOTATION: Failure to demonstrate compliance will be caused to reject the quote without further discussions. All responsible sources may submit an offer and will be considered.

The following clauses and provisions apply to this acquisition. 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference; 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS; 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS applies,; 52.222-3, Convict Labor; 52.233-3, Protest after award; 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-19, Child Labor - Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies; 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts; 52.223-15 Energy Efficiency in Energy-Consuming Products; 52.223-17 Affirmative Procurement of EPA-designated Items in Service and Construction Contracts; 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - System for Award Management; applicable to this acquisition; 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference; 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS; 52.223-1 Biobased Product Certification; 52.223-4 Recovered Materials Certification; 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items ; 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS - COMMERCIAL ITEMS; 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services.

QUOTED PRICE MUST INCLUDE: any delivery costs as well as any applicable duties, brokerage, or customs fees. 

DELIVERY DUE DATE: The Government requires delivery on or before 30 ARO, however, each offeror shall include their proposed delivery schedule as part of their quotation.

PAYMENT: Any award made under this solicitation is subject to 31 CFR Part 208 which requires all payments made by the government to be made by electronic funds transfer. 

Contractors intending to conduct business with the Federal Government MUST register with the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to submitting quotation. You may register online at www.sam.gov. Any amendment and documents related to this procurement will be available electronically at the Internet site: http://www.sam.gov. 

FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Item, the significant evaluation factors, in the relative order of importance, are (i) technical capability of the item offered to meet the Government requirement including delivery date; (ii) past performance; and (iii) price (based on F.O.B. Destination), technical and past performance are more important than price. Award will be made based low price, technically acceptable.

The government anticipates award of a firm fixed priced contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforms to the specifications that will be the most advantageous to the government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2. Responses shall include technical specifications, descriptive material, and capabilities of the offeror’s equipment. Offerors shall identity where the offered item meets or does not meet each of the Government's functional and performance minimum specifications listed herein. All sources wishing to furnish a quotation must respond by 8:00 a.m. central standard time, July 24, 2023. Quotations are to be addressed to Jovan Haynes, Purchasing Agent, at jovan.haynes@usda.gov. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Purchasing Agent by email.