Purchase and Installation of Tiller Attachment
Overview
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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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is soliciting quotations for the Purchase and Installation of a Tiller Attachment at its facility in Parlier, CA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The solicitation, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) number 1232SA26Q0381, requires both the supply of specific equipment and its installation. Quotations are due by April 10, 2026, 1600 CT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a Single Row Front Mount Tiller with Hydraulic System to be used for effective weed management on approximately 100 acres of research and breeding fields (grapes, prunus species, citrus). Key specifications include:
- Single front mount tiller assembly with 21-inch diameter tine heads.
- Bolt-on tractor mount bracket.
- Auxiliary hydraulic system and electric over hydraulic trip mechanism.
- Front single side slide hydraulic box for adjustable row spacing.
- Self-contained hydraulic tank. Specific model numbers are provided for the tiller assembly, tractor mount, hydraulic system, electric kit, and slide box. The successful contractor must deliver one (1) tiller system to USDA ARS, 9611 S Riverbend Ave, Parlier, CA 93645, with an anticipated equipment delivery date of July 1, 2026, and perform installation at the same location.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) - Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (FAR Part 12)
- Solicitation Number: 1232SA26Q0381
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 93648 (Soil Preparation Equipment)
- Period of Performance: April 15, 2026, to December 31, 2026
- Contract Delivery Date: December 31, 2026
- Quotation Due: April 10, 2026, 1600 CT
- Published Date: March 30, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Technical acceptability requires meeting all solicitation requirements and having an acceptable past performance rating. Failure to submit required documents or acknowledge amendments will result in a non-responsive offer.
Additional Notes
Offerors must have an active registration in SAM.gov and include their SAM UEI Number in their price quote. All provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference and can be accessed at www.acquisition.gov. Offers must be submitted via email to james.porter@usda.gov. Offerors must enroll in the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for electronic invoicing.