Closed Solicitation · DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

    Almaco R-1 Research Plot Combine or Equivalent

    Sol. 1232SA26Q0608Combined Synopsis/SolicitationBELTSVILLE, MD
    Closed
    STATUS
    Closed
    closed Jun 12, 2026
    POSTED
    Jun 8, 2026
    Publication date
    NAICS CODE
    333111
    Primary industry classification
    PSC CODE
    3720
    Product & service classification

    AI Summary

    The Department of Agriculture is seeking quotations for an Almaco R-1 Research Plot Combine or equivalent. The combine must include a 60-inch header and a HarvestMaster data collection system. This RFQ is unrestricted, and all responsible sources may submit a quotation. On-site training and shipping to the specified location are also required.

    Contract details

    Solicitation No.
    1232SA26Q0608
    Notice Type
    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
    Posted Date
    June 8, 2026
    Response Deadline
    June 12, 2026
    NAICS Code
    333111AI guide
    PSC / Class Code
    3720
    Contract Code
    12H2
    Issuing Office
    USDA ARS AFM APD
    Primary Contact
    lynn Hults
    State
    MD
    ZIP Code
    20705
    AI Product/Service
    product

    Description

    Questions and Answers: Q1: Is there a need for a 4-wheel drive? A1: Yes. Four?wheel drive improves safety when loading and unloading the combine from a trailer by providing better traction and control. Additionally, one of our locations has hilly, sandy terrain that makes harvesting difficult without four?wheel drive. Q2: Is there a need for a straw chopper? A2: No. Q3: Is a header required for this combine configuration? A3: Yes. We require a 60-inch header to accommodate harvesting two rows with our current row spacing. Only a 60-inch draper head with a quick?attach throat is compatible with this combine configuration. Q4: Is a Grain Gauge / HarvestMaster system required for this solicitation? A4: Yes. The weigh system allows weight and moisture data to be collected at harvest without needing to collect and process whole?plot samples. This reduces post?harvest processing, saves time, and improves operational efficiency. It also helps reduce errors during harvest by continuously tracking data throughout the field. Q5: I noticed that there is no combine head or data collection unit included. The combine must have these in order to operate correctly. I also noticed there is nothing in the specifications regarding training or freight. Is it safe to assume that this will need to be included? A5: We are looking for a “60"draper head with quick attach throat” and a “Harvestmaster H2 Classic or ALMACO D1 Data collection” system or equivalent. Additionaly we need shipping to our location as well as on-site training. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0608 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Almaco R-1 Combine This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 333111 The small business size standard is 1,250 Employees This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

    Key dates

    1. June 8, 2026Posted Date
    2. June 12, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

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