High-capacity soil batch mixer

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Pacific West Area has issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) 1232SA26Q0462 for the procurement of a high-capacity soil batch mixer. This equipment is required to produce a sufficient volume of growing mix to support the potting of 80,000 to 120,000 potato seedlings. The acquisition is conducted as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items under FAR Part 12 and includes Amendment 0001, which incorporates mandatory contract clause FAR 52.222-90 regarding discrimination.

The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (SBA). It is classified under NAICS code 333111 for Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing and PSC 3710 for Soil Preparation Equipment. The primary place of performance is located in Aberdeen, Idaho. Technical specifications and solicitation details are contained within two attachments: the original solicitation package and the subsequent amendment.

Quotations are due by April 28, 2026, and will be evaluated from all responsible sources. Katelyn Nelson serves as the primary point of contact for this requirement. The solicitation process is being managed by the USDA ARS AFM APD office, and no separate written solicitation will be issued beyond this announcement and its associated documents.