What types of goods and services does the USDA ARS AFM APD prioritize?

The division focuses on procuring high-end scientific research equipment, laboratory supplies, facility maintenance for agricultural research centers, and professional services related to agricultural data analysis and environmental testing.

Are there specific set-asides commonly used by this office?

Yes, the office frequently utilizes small business set-asides, including 8(a) Business Development, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and HUBZone designations to support the agency's socio-economic procurement goals.

How can a vendor best prepare to compete for ARS research contracts?

Vendors should focus on demonstrating technical expertise in agricultural or biological sciences and ensure their SAM.gov profile clearly highlights capabilities related to laboratory instrumentation, facility management, or specialized research support.

AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE · Contracting Office

USDA ARS AFM APD

1,839 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office1,839 solicitationsUnder AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE

Solicitations

1.8K

Federal records indexed

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Federal

Federal procurement data

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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH

AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE

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DEPARTMENT

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of USDA ARS AFM APD.

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Administrative and Financial Management (AFM) Acquisition and Property Division (APD) manages procurement for scientific research operations across national laboratories. They acquire specialized laboratory instrumentation, greenhouse maintenance services, complex analytical equipment, and facility construction support to advance agricultural science.

Hierarchy: AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE · DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

Opportunity activity heatmap (2024-present)

Monthly posted opportunity volume from 2024 onward. Darker = more indexed records.

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