Squeeze Chute for Many Farms High School

The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Education has issued a solicitation for a squeeze chute and related equipment for Many Farms High School in Arizona. The procurement specifically seeks three Priefert livestock handling items: a Squeeze Chute 04, a Chute CA04, and a Carriage Receiver, which will be used to support agricultural education and provide students with hands-on experience in cattle handling and veterinary procedures. The solicitation falls under the Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing NAICS category (333111) with a size standard of 1,250 employees. Technical questions were required to be submitted by 03/17/2025, with quotes due by 03/19/2025. The evaluation will likely focus on compliance with technical specifications, delivery capabilities, and pricing for the specified livestock equipment.

The contract is designated as an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside, which means only qualifying Native American-owned businesses can compete for the procurement. The total contract will be structured as a firm fixed-price purchase order, with pricing inclusive of all applicable federal, state, and local taxes. Delivery is specified as 30 days after receipt of order, with the equipment to be delivered directly to Many Farms High School in Arizona. While specific award value details are not explicitly stated, the procurement appears focused on supporting agricultural education by providing essential livestock handling equipment for student training. The solicitation represents a targeted procurement to enhance vocational agricultural training capabilities at the high school level.