Description
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking to purchase a broadcast seeder and flail harvester. The broadcast seeder must be suitable for cover crop and fertilizer applications into standing crops, with a hopper capable of planting 10 acres of small grain seed at normal rates. The flail harvester must be suitable for collecting biomass and assisting termination of cover crops, with a 6-foot working width and adjustable wheel spacing to match the tractor. The equipment must be delivered to the USDA-ARS in Charlotte, VT within 15 days of award.
• The broadcast seeder must have an 18-22 cu ft hopper, stainless steel or non-corrosive, and under 48 inches height from the mounting location for visibility.
• The flail harvester must have a 6-foot working width, be towed directly behind a tractor, and have a delivery chute capable of sending material to a towed forage wagon.
• The equipment must be new and meet the specifications outlined in the attachment.
• The contractor must provide a quote for all line items, including the broadcast seeder and flail harvester.
• The contractor must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide their socio-economic status.