Robotic Milking System
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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service is soliciting offers for the procurement of a Robotic Milking System for its facility in Ames, IA. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation issued under FAR Part 12, set aside for small business concerns. Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Questions are due by March 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is the procurement and delivery of a Robotic Milking System. Specific technical details are expected to be outlined in an attached "Specification" document. Delivery of all items is requested within 90 days of award. Offerors must submit pricing for all required items to be considered responsive.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Product Service Code: 3730 - Dairy, Poultry, And Livestock Equipment
- Set-Aside: Small Business Concerns
- Anticipated Award: Single award
- Delivery: Within 90 days of award
- Offers Firm: 90 calendar days from receipt of offers (date not specified)
- Questions Due: March 13, 2026, 5:00 PM Central Time
- Published Date: February 25, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Only the lowest-priced offer will be evaluated for technical acceptability. If unacceptable, the next lowest-priced offer will be evaluated. Price evaluation will consider quantity discounts and prompt payment discounts, and prices must be submitted for all base period line items. Past performance may be assessed using contractor references, USDA past contracts, Federal Government sources, and CPARS, with ratings of Acceptable, Neutral, or Unacceptable.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates various FAR and AGAR clauses and provisions, including those related to Buy American–Free Trade Agreements–Israeli Trade Act, Trade Agreements, and specific clauses for commercial products and services. Offerors should carefully review all applicable clauses, including requirements for U.S. origin products, FDA registration, and manufacturing practices. The USDA Ombudsman Program is available for agency protests.