Box Parts, Fruit Fly Shippers

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for procuring Fruit Fly Shipper Boxes and associated components for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) in Waimanalo, Hawaii. The boxes are needed for emergency and preventative Medfly Projects.

• The contract will be an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type, with a period of performance not to exceed five years from the date of award.

• The government intends to procure various corrugated fiberboard box components, including:

  • Fruit Fly Shipper Corrugated Fiberboard Container
  • Fruit Fly Shipper Liner Corrugated Fiberboard Pad
  • Fruit Fly Scored Pads – corrugated fiberboard pad
  • Level Stand - corrugated fiberboard pad
  • Level Separator - corrugated fiberboard pad
  • Top Level Separator - corrugated fiberboard pad

• Box components must be interchangeable.

• Each complete box consists of specific quantities of the above components.

• Specifications detail material types, dimensions, construction, and printing requirements for each component.

• Printing on the "Fruit Fly Shipper" must be in DAYGLO Hot Pink Colored Ink or equivalent, clear and easily read, centered on each length side, and in all capital letters.

• Delivery Order prices will be based on fixed rates established in the Pricing Schedule.

• Inspection and acceptance will occur at the delivery location with each order.

• Period of Performance: Date of Award not to exceed five years.

• Delivery Location: USDA, APHIS, PPQ, Hawaii Fruit Fly Facility, Waimanalo, HI.

• This is an F.O.B. DESTINATION CONTRACT, meaning freight must be included in unit pricing.

• Packaging: Components are to be bundled in specified quantities and then palletized. Pallet height should be approximately 80 inches.

• Shipping containers are unloaded manually; no forklift is permitted, and no overhang is allowed.

• Prior to award, contractors must submit a sample representative of all future shipments for government testing.

• The contract number must be placed on exterior mailing or shipping labels.

• Invoices are to be submitted through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and are payable 30 days after receipt of a proper invoice.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of approved herbicides and insecticides for the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) Program. The USDA is seeking vendors capable of supplying these pesticides for application in affected states, primarily New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia, with potential for other states. The program requires vendors to manage storage and ship to multiple locations.

• Fruit Fly Shipper Corrugated Fiberboard Container (5,000 units)

• Fruit Fly Shipper Liner Corrugated Fiberboard Pad (5,000 units)

• Fruit Fly Scored Pads – corrugated fiberboard pad (10,000 units)

• Level Stand - corrugated fiberboard pad (10,000 units)

• Level Separator - corrugated fiberboard pad (10,000 units)

• Top Level Separator - corrugated fiberboard pad (5,000 units)

• Products must be compatible with backpack sprayers, mister/foggers, and hydraulic/spray guns.

• F.O.B. destination is requested.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-fixed-price requirements Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• Period of performance: One (1) one-year base period and four (4) one-year ordering periods, not to exceed five (5) years total.

• The government intends to make one award.

• Offerors must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive.

• Quotes will be evaluated based on best value to the Government, considering Price and Technical Acceptability.

• Price evaluation includes quantity discounts, prompt payment discounts, and will cover the base period and all option periods.

• Technical Acceptability requires meeting or exceeding salient characteristics of brand-name products, clear identification of brand/model or "equal" status, sufficient descriptive literature, and timely delivery.

• Evaluation method: Lowest price technically acceptable criteria. Only the lowest priced offer will be evaluated for technical acceptability first.

• Offerors agree to hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• The document references provisions related to Small Business Concerns and Small Business Teaming Arrangements (FAR 52.207-6), and Small Business Subcontracting Plans (FAR 52.219-9), indicating potential considerations for small businesses.

• Technical data and supporting documentation are available via Attachment 2 – Statement of Work.

• Questions are due by March 10, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time via email to linda.w.washington@usda.gov.

• Numerous FAR and AGAR clauses and provisions are incorporated by reference, including those related to commercial products/services, representations and certifications, and contract administration.