Seed Testing - UPDATED
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- RFP 32505-01024
- State
- Tennessee
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
Updated .
About this opportunity
The State of Tennessee Department of Agriculture has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Agriculture and Seed Inspection services. The solicitation seeks a provider to test agricultural and vegetable seeds, report results, and provide associated support to continue the Seed Inspection Program. The RFP outlines the scope of services, which includes laboratory testing, reporting, storage, and disposal of seed samples. The contract period is for five years from May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2029, and proposals are due by August 21, 2024. The State will evaluate proposals based on the respondent's qualifications, experience, technical approach, and cost, and may award the contract to the responsive and responsible respondent that offers the best combination of these factors.
The RFP requires respondents to demonstrate their commitment to diversity in business relationships and workforce. The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, the RFP does not provide any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP also does not specify any award values or budget ranges.
Opportunity text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP #32505-01024) for laboratory testing, reporting, storage, and disposal of seed samples. The contract is for a period of 60 months, starting May 1, 2024, and ending April 30, 2029. The contractor will be responsible for performing various seed tests including germination, purity, and noxious weed examinations. They must use modern test equipment, maintain flexible hours, preserve chain of custody, and report results within specified timeframes. The contractor must also have Certified Seed Analysts or Registered Seed Technologists overseeing all testing and reporting. The maximum liability for the state under this contract is not specified in the provided excerpt.
Update #1 ·
The State of Tennessee Department of Agriculture has issued a solicitation (ID # 32505-01024) requesting proposals for Agriculture and Seed Inspection services. The proposal deadline is set for 05/10/2024. Interested service providers are invited to respond to this Request for Proposals (RFP). The solicitation document and other related information can be accessed on the state's procurement website. The point of contact for this solicitation is Stephen Seibert, who can be reached at (615) 253-2187 or Stephen.Seibert@tn.gov.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| SEED_TESTING_RFP_32501_1024_REVISED_06212024_FLH.pdf | ||
| RFP_Release_Notice_32505-01024.pdf |
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