SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE-Paddle blender/ribbon blender for the USDA, ARS in Fort Pierce, FL

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking information from qualified and experienced contractors capable of providing a domestically sourced 1,000-pound paddle blender/ribbon blender to mix wet and dry ingredients for extruding fish feeds. The equipment requirements include a minimum capacity of 50 gallons, bulk density rating of 55 pounds per cubic feed, agitator speed of 50 rotations per minute, and a motor horsepower of 3 horsepower. The blender should have a stainless steel type 304 interior finish and exterior finish, and an FDA-compliant cover gasket. • The blender will be used to mix wet and dry ingredients for extruding fish feeds. • The equipment should meet or exceed the specified requirements. • The contractor should have experience and expertise in providing similar equipment. • The country of origin of the proposed instrument and accessories should be indicated. • The contractor should be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submitting responses.