USDA - Puerto Rico - Storage
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 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is conducting a Sources Sought (SSN) to identify vendors capable of providing storage services in Puerto Rico. This market research aims to determine industry capability for secure storage facilities supporting the USDA mission and African Swine Fever staging efforts. Responses are due by March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The USDA requires secure storage for supplies and equipment, including animal handling gear, depopulation carts, and various trailers. Key salient characteristics include:
- At least one dedicated parking space for loading/unloading, near the storage area.
- Secure storage with proper locking mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.
- Well-maintained and clean facility.
- Storage conditions that protect items from environmental damage.
- A total of 1600 sqft of space, with at least 800 sqft of contiguous inside storage.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: March 16, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: March 10, 2026
- Department/Agency: Agriculture / Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
- Place of Performance: Puerto Rico
Request for Information
Vendors are requested to provide a brief capability statement addressing:
- Ability to meet the stated storage characteristics.
- Confirmation of whether NAICS 493110 (or an acceptable alternate) is appropriate.
- Current SAM.gov registration status (registration is required for solicitations, but not for this SSN).
Additional Notes
This is NOT a solicitation, and no award will be made from this notice. It is for planning purposes only to gather information from government-registered vendors.