Livestock Pen Panels

Livestock Pen Panels

Please note, this RFQ has been amended to add the specification that the panels must use clamp type connections and the panels must be either powder coated or galvanized. Bare steel and painted steel will not be acceptable due to the corrosion potential in the area these will be utilized.

The USDA APHIS Veterinary Services in Eagle Pass, TX is requesting quotes for 890 livestock pen panels for a cattle port of entry in Eagle Pass, TX in accordance with the specifications outlined in the attached statement of work. The appropriate NAICS code selected for this procurement is 331491 with a size standard of 750 employees or less. A common brand for this requirement is Priefert, however any alternatives that meet the required specifications will be considered. NAICS code 331491 has a class waiver to the non-manufacturer rule, therefore this requirement will be set-aside 100% for small business. Under the class exemption, small businesses are authorized to provide the products of a large business without any requirement that the small business provide a portion of the manufacturing.
All quotes provided should include shipping FOB to Eagle Pass, TX. Shipping cost shall be included in the unit cost of the panels. All quotes must identify the specific manufacturer and model of the panels.
All quotes and any questions must be submitted in writing to the contracting officer by email at Robert.J.Zeglin@aphis.usda.gov Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. All quotes must be received by 9/9/2016 at 12:00pm CST.