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1232SA26Q1281 Combination Synopsis/Solicitation Small Electric Cultivating Tractor USDA-ARS-MWA St. Paul MN

Issued by AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF · AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE · USDA ARS AFM APD · via SAM.gov — US federal contract opportunities

Published
3 Sept 2026
Closes
17 Sept 2026, 16:00 UTC
Reference
1232SA26Q1281
Location
MN, United States
Sector
Manufacturing & Supply

Details

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF · AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE · USDA ARS AFM APD is soliciting 1232SA26Q1281 Combination Synopsis/Solicitation Small Electric Cultivating Tractor USDA-ARS-MWA St. Paul MN. Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1281. Classified under NAICS 333112 — Lawn and Garden Tractor and Home Lawn and Garden Equipment Manufacturing. Product/service code 3750 — GARDENING IMPLEMENTS AND TOOLS. Place of performance: MN, USA. Responses are due by 17 September 2026 16:00 UTC. Posted on SAM.gov, the US federal contract opportunities system; registration is required to bid.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Requirement is Subject to Trade Agreements. FAR Clause 52.225-5 Trade Agreements (Nov 2023) and FAR Provision in full text 52.225- Trade Agreements Certificate (Feb 2021) is incorporated into this solicitation. Ensure to complete the Provision 52.225-6 Trade Agreements Certificates (Feb 2021) information. Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1281 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for plot sized cultivating tractor capable of being used on all stages of alfalfa growth (up to 20 inches) and research spacing, the ability to recharge batteries in the field to extend runtime, and the flexibility to add or change implements to meet research needs. This acquisition  is not set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 333112  The small business size standard is 1,500 employees  This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

Context for bidders

We hold 10 notices from AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF · AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE · USDA ARS AFM APD, going back to September 202610 of them still open. They buy mostly in Construction & Infrastructure, electronics-semiconductors and Facility Management & Cleaning. There are 410 open Manufacturing & Supply tenders in United States. This one closes in 14 days.

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