Wintersteiger Plot Combine
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations for the procurement of a Wintersteiger Plot Combine for the Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center (DBNRRC) in Stuttgart, AR. This is an unrestricted combined synopsis/solicitation, open to all responsible sources. The award will be a Firm-Fixed Price contract based on best value. Quotations are due by May 1, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) Wintersteiger Plot Combine, which must adhere to detailed technical specifications. Key features include:
- General: Operating hours counter, 8m turning circle, hydrostatic ground drive (0-16 km/h), special threshing case conveyor belt, hydraulic cleaning blower, pneumatic conveyor system, and a modern driver's platform with color display and adjustable steering.
- Engine: Deutz diesel, 2200 ccm, 36.4 kW (50 HP).
- Header: UNI-FLOW HEADER, 150 cm (60") cutting width, 5-part reel, hydraulically adjustable reel speed, and hydraulic knife drive, capable of low cutting depths (up to 4.5 cm).
- Threshing & Cleaning: Hydraulically adjustable threshing drum variator (330-1900 rpm), adjustable sieves (4-20 mm), and specific concaves/shakers for various crops (cereals, peas, soya, sunflower, sorghum, corn).
- Grain Delivery: Sidemounted sacking for two persons, with an adjustable bagging platform, additional platform, seat, and sun protection.
- Other Requirements: Delivery to DBNRRC in Stuttgart, AR, a 1-year warranty on all parts and labor, and the availability of onsite annual service by a certified technician (at additional cost).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 333111 (Harvesting Equipment)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 Employees
- Period of Performance: May 2, 2026, to May 1, 2027
- Delivery Date: May 1, 2027
- Questions Due: May 1, 2026, 4:00 PM Central Time
- Quotations Due: May 1, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published Date: April 16, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on the highest technically rated proposal with a fair and reasonable price and acceptable or neutral past performance. Evaluation factors include Technical Approach, Price, and Past Performance. Offerors must provide pricing for all line items to avoid disqualification and must be registered in SAM. The period for acceptance of quotes is 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Lynn Hults at lynn.hults@usda.gov or 912-464-9723.