Styroblocks Seedling Containers, USFS Nursery Systems

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is conducting market research to identify potential sources for Styroblocks seedling containers that meet specific requirements. The containers must exactly match the Beaver 315B pattern and be compatible with the Gleason Seedling Popper-based plug extraction equipment. The USDA is seeking information from potential suppliers, including authorized U.S. distributors of Beaver Styroblock or companies that can supply an equal EPS block. The requested information includes authorization/capability, NAICS/PSC applicability, delivery and notification, and SAM registration status. • The opportunity requires suppliers to provide EPS Styroblocks with specific dimensions and drain-hole layouts. • The suppliers must also provide Ray Leach "Super Cell" Cone-tainers with UV-inhibitor coating and specific dimensions. • The USDA is compressing the sources sought notice response period due to the urgency of the situation. • The nursery is past the planting/operational window, and the Government wants to provide a reasonable opportunity for potential suppliers to respond.