USFS Seedling Plant Lifter, 60-inch at Michigan

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

This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for the purchase and delivery of one (1) 60-inch Plant Lifter for the U.S. Forest Service J. W. Toumey Nursery. The objective is to replace the nursery's aging and unreliable existing lifter to ensure operational continuity and meet critical reforestation timelines.

• Procurement of a 60-inch model Plant Lifter with a hydraulic drive.

• The lifter must be capable of lifting bareroot seedlings with minimal root damage.

• It will be installed and operated at the J.W. Toumey Nursery facility.

• The new lifter is intended to replace the current unit which is failing due to mechanical wear and age.

• The lifter must meet or exceed specific technical specifications, including a 60-inch working width, adjustable cutting depth and angle, and a vibrating or oscillating blade system.

• It must be compatible with standard tractor hydraulics and a Category II, three-point tractor hitch.

• Construction must be heavy-duty steel for continuous commercial nursery use.

• Wear parts must be replaceable.

• The unit must be designed for efficient use by manual field crews.

• Acceptance will be based on visual inspection, verification of components, successful attachment to a nursery tractor, and functional testing.

• Delivery to: J.W. Toumey Nursery, E23985 Old US2 E Watersmeet, MI 49969.

• Delivery must occur no later than February 2, 2026, to ensure assembly, testing, and operational readiness before the lifting season.

• Vendor must provide assembly and technical documentation for on-site installation.

• Delivery is FOB Destination and includes unloading, inspection, and verification of condition.

• No government-furnished items are provided.

• No travel is required for this project.

• No specific security requirements, data rights, or Section 508 requirements are noted for this project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attach 3 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.docx", is a required attachment for the solicitation. Bidders must complete and submit this Schedule of Items (SOI) as part of their proposal.

• ITEMNUMBER: Identifies each line item.
• DESCRIPTION: Details the specific product or service required.
  • Item 0001: Plant Lifter 60 with hydraulic drive, including specific components and accessories.
  • Item 0002: Hydraulic Top Link Cat II.
  • Item 0003: Freight to Toumey Nursery.
• PAY UNIT: Unit of measure for payment (e.g., EA for Each).
• EST QTY: Estimated quantity for each item.
• EST TOTAL: Estimated total cost for each item (to be filled by bidder).

Bidders must accurately fill out the "EST QTY" and "EST TOTAL" for each item listed. This document is crucial for pricing the offer and will likely be a key component in the evaluation process. It should be completed in conjunction with Attachment #4, the "12445026Q0007 Validation of Brand Name or Equal Spec."

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document serves as Attachment 2 to solicitation 12445026Q0007, providing specifications for a "Brand Name or Equal" product, specifically "The Seedling Plant Lifter 60". It outlines the salient characteristics required for similar items and serves as a template for vendors to quote alternate products.

• Brand Name Product: The Seedling Plant Lifter 60"
• Manufacturer: LUNDEBY MANUFACTORUING
• Address: 2565 100TH AVE NE, TOLNA, ND 58380
• Specifications: Vendors must indicate YES or NO if their quoted equipment meets the minimum specifications. If quoting an alternate product, detailed specifications must be entered for each area.
• Minimum Specifications:
  • 60" with Hydraulic drive (8.6 cu. In motor) including bypass pressure regulator and all hoses.
  • Electronic BPM (beats per minute) Sensor with Digital LED readout.
  • Side shields with Extensions.
  • Standard 10" Shaker Tines.
  • All 3 Point Lift Pins (Cat II).
  • Hydraulic Top link Cat II (26" closed with hoses).
• Freight: Must include freight to Watersmeet, MI.
• Assembly & Documentation: Vendor must provide assembly and technical documentation for on-site installation by nursery maintenance staff.
• Equipment Acceptability: Upon delivery and assembly, the unit will be inspected for damage/defects, completeness of components, successful attachment to a nursery tractor, and functional lifting/hydraulic operation.

This attachment is critical for bidders intending to propose an alternative to the specified "Brand Name or Equal" product. It details the exact technical requirements and performance standards the offered equipment must meet. Bidders must provide detailed specifications for any deviations and ensure their product meets all listed criteria, including assembly and documentation requirements, to be considered acceptable.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for the purchase and delivery of one (1) Plant Lifter, 60-inch model, for the U.S. Forest Service J. W. Toumey Nursery facility. The equipment is critical for lifting bareroot seedlings during harvest season, ensuring efficiency and minimizing root damage to meet reforestation program standards. The acquisition is necessary to maintain operational readiness and meet biological timeframes.

• One (1) Plant Lifter, 60-inch model, with hydraulic drive (8.6 cu. in. motor).

• Includes: bypass pressure regulator, all hoses, electronic BPM sensor with digital LED readout, side shields with extensions, standard 10" shaker tines, all 3-point lift pins (Cat III), and a pair of depth gauge wheels.

• Also includes: Hydraulic Top Link Cat II (26" closed with hoses) and freight to the nursery.

• Product/Service Code: 3720 (Harvesting Equipment).

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.

• Period of Performance: April 12, 2026, to June 15, 2026.

• Delivery: By June 15, 2026.

• Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the offer due date.

• Offer Due Date: March 31, 2026, 2359 ET.

• Submission Method: Email to heather.harkley@usda.gov and nestor.riveragonzalez@usda.gov.

• Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors.

• Key Deadlines: Questions due by March 15th; offers due by March 20th (note: there is a discrepancy between the offer due date in block 8 and the submission instructions in page 10, bidders should clarify).

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 333111 Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacture.

• Small Business Size Standard: 1,250.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses and provisions by reference. Full text is available upon request or at www.acquisition.gov.

• Offerors must have an active entity registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Attachment 2: Statement of Work, and Attachment 3: Schedule of Items are referenced.