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USDA-GIFVL Forklift Repair for Chapman Research Farm in Chapman, Maine

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

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Published
15 Sept 2026
Closes
18 Sept 2026, 14:00 UTC
Reference
1232SA26Q1474
Location
ME, United States
Sector
Financial & Professional Services

Details

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF · AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE · USDA ARS AFM APD is soliciting USDA-GIFVL Forklift Repair for Chapman Research Farm in Chapman, Maine. Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1474. Classified under NAICS 811310 — Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance. Product/service code J036 — MAINT-REP OF SP INDUSTRY MACHINERY. Place of performance: ME, USA. Responses are due by 18 September 2026 14:00 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. Solicitation number 1232SA26Q1474 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) to  repair and installation of a new motor for the Toyota 7FBEU15 forklift at USDA-ARS Chapman Research Farm. This acquisition  is not set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 811310  The small business size standard is $12.5M.  This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. **See Attachment 1232SA26Q1474 for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria, Attachment 1 – Statement of Work and Attachment 2 – Wage Determination.**

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