Cow Lactation and Dry Premix Feed

The USDA National Animal Disease Center (Ames, IA) is issuing RFQ 1232SA26Q0433 for a one‑year Indefinite‑Delivery/Indefinite‑Quantity (IDIQ) contract to supply premixed cattle feeds: 125 tons of Cow Lactation Premix and 30 tons of Dry Cattle Premix. This acquisition is a total small‑business set‑aside (NAICS 311119, size standard 650 employees). Offerors must submit complete pricing for each line item on the Schedule of Items, demonstrate the ability to meet the delivery window of 06/01/2026 – 05/31/2027 (FOB destination to USDA‑NADC, 1920 Dayton Ave, Ames, IA), and provide a technical approach that shows compliance with all SOW requirements. Any SOW requirement the offeror cannot meet must be explained in detail. Quotes will be evaluated under FAR 12.203/12.204 using a comparative best‑value methodology; the Government may award to a proposal that exceeds minimum requirements even if it is not the lowest price, though formal trade‑offs will not be conducted. Offers must include all required solicitation provisions (identified by paragraph) and remain firm for 90 days. Questions are due by 12:00 PM CDT, May 1 2026, and the contract will be awarded to a single small‑business vendor.

Notice ID

5a59305217fb480dbc59f9f45057a27e

Solicitation Number

1232SA26Q0433

NAICS Code

311119

Classification Code

8710