Description
The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking quotations from small‑business vendors for two commercial flail mowers—one 20‑foot model and one smaller orchard‑type mower—to be used for vegetation management and pruning‑residue mulching at the ARS facility in Byron, Georgia. The acquisition is a total small‑business set‑aside and follows FAR Part 12 procedures. Quotations must be submitted electronically by the stated deadline, and delivery is required within 60 calendar days of award.
• Purchase of a 20‑foot flail mower and a smaller orchard flail mower (commercial items).
• Small‑business set‑aside (NAICS 333111, size standard ≤ 1,250 employees).
• Delivery to USDA ARS, 21 Dunbar Rd., Byron, GA 31008; 60‑day delivery window.
• Questions due 9/14/2026; quotations due 9/18/2026, both by 1600 MT.
• No brand‑name requirement; products must meet salient specifications (PTO speed, shaft type, flail style, etc.).
• Only tow‑able mowers accepted; mounted units are not acceptable.
• Award will be made after evaluation of quotations; contract award date not specified.