John Deere 5095M Tractor, or comparable
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is soliciting quotes for a John Deere 5095M Tractor, or comparable, to be delivered to the Arlington Research Station in Wisconsin. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks a firm-fixed price contract. Quotes are due March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a tractor with specific technical capabilities, including:
- Minimum 90 hp, four-wheel drive, and 3-speed PTO.
- Closed cab with AC, heating, and air filtration.
- 3100lb lift capacity for the 3-point hitch.
- Three mechanical stackable rear hydraulic ports (at least one, ideally two, capable of continuous flow).
- Two stackable mid hydraulics with mechanical joystick control.
- Creeper option for slow-speed operation.
- Integrated autosteer system (aftermarket systems are not acceptable).
- RTK with AgLeader or John Deere, or a comparable GPS system compatible with existing fleet and StarFire base station.
- Plot Manager functionality requiring specific NEMA string outputs (GGA 5Hz, RMC 5Hz, GSA 1Hz) and sub-inch accuracy.
- Minimum baud rate of 57,600 via a 9-pin RS232 serial cable for NEMA output.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Anticipated Firm-Fixed Price.
- Delivery: F.o.b. destination, required within 60 days of award to USDA – ARS - Arlington Research Station, N695 Hopkins Rd, Arlington, WI 53911.
- Questions Due: March 5, 2026, by 1:00 p.m. ET.
- Quotes Due: March 6, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. ET.
- Published: February 23, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must submit a quote on company letterhead including:
- Vendor Details: SAM.gov UEI Number.
- Technical Documentation: Descriptive material and a "meets/does not meet" statement for each minimum specification.
- Pricing: Unit price and total price, including all shipping/delivery costs.
- Timeline: Estimated lead time/delivery date.
- Validity: Quote must be valid for at least 60 days. All email correspondence must include the solicitation number (1232SA26Q0187) in the subject line.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on a comparative evaluation of Price and Technical Capability. The Government reserves the right to select a technically superior solution, even if it is not the lowest priced.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The applicable NAICS Code is 333112 (Lawn and Garden Tractor and Home Lawn and Garden Equipment Manufacturing) with a small business size standard of 1500 employees.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ). Full text of provisions and clauses incorporated by reference can be accessed at www.acquisition.gov.