RFQ for Moth (+) Disparlure String Type Dispenser

The Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Marketing and Regulatory Programs Business Services is seeking quotes for 500,000 units of Moth (+) Disparlure String Type Dispensers used for detecting and controlling spongy moth infestations. The dispensers are highly specialized agricultural chemical products requiring precise technical specifications including PVC string design with specific disparlure concentration, release rates, and aging performance standards. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit a complete RFQ package including a statement of capability and past performance references. The solicitation operates under a firm fixed price purchase order structure with rigorous technical requirements for manufacturing specifications, chemical composition, release rate measurements, and greenhouse aging performance criteria. The quote submission deadline is July 24, 2025, at 1700 ET, with delivery expected within 45 days of order receipt.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 325320 (Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing). The contract value and specific budget range are not disclosed in the solicitation notice, though the large quantity of 500,000 units indicates a substantial procurement. The place of performance is Edinburg, Texas, where the dispensers will be delivered to USDA APHIS PPQ Facilities & Operations. The RFQ has been updated with multiple changes, and vendors are strongly encouraged to review all modifications before submitting their quotes. Packaging and labeling requirements are extensively detailed to ensure product integrity during shipping and storage, reflecting the specialized nature of these pest control chemical dispensers.