Te-Pari Sheep System Handler and Accessories

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a procurement for a Te Pari Sheep System Handler and accessories through Request for Quote #10-RFQ-1462459120-PLK, specifically targeting Avery County's Upper Mountain Research Station in Laurel Springs. The solicitation requires one Te Pari Racewell HD4 Handler Series 2 with multiple specifications including 4-way draft, side tilt, front & rear flaps, and foot pedal, along with several supplementary accessories such as a hydraulic trailer system, scale system, 600mm load bar, Revolution dosing gun, antenna, and main clamp anti-jump bar. The procurement is brand-specific, mandating that vendors must be authorized Te Pari equipment distributors capable of meeting exact equipment specifications. Quotes are due by February 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with the award to be made to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all technical requirements. Delivery is required to be FOB Destination, with pricing inclusive of all shipping, handling, and administrative fees.

The contract opportunity includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation goal, targeting 10% utilization of diverse firms as 1st or 2nd tier subcontractors. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement appears focused on specialized livestock handling equipment with precise technical specifications. The contract will commence upon complete acceptance of all requirements, suggesting a performance-based award approach. The solicitation is limited to authorized Te Pari equipment resellers, which narrows the potential vendor pool to those with specific manufacturer relationships and technical capabilities. The procurement's focus on a specialized livestock handling system indicates a targeted acquisition for agricultural research infrastructure, likely aimed at enhancing livestock management capabilities at the Upper Mountain Research Station.