Swine Feed

The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center in Clay Center, NE has a need for swine feed. The contract is for a one-year period, from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The Government intends to make one award from this solicitation. Quotes will be evaluated based on technical approach, price, and past performance. The technical approach will evaluate the ability of the offeror to provide a sound and compliant approach that meets all requirements. The price will be evaluated to determine if it is fair and reasonable. Past performance will be evaluated using a rating system of acceptable, neutral, or unacceptable. Award will be made to the offeror whose proposal is determined to be the highest technically rated, provided that the proposed price is fair and reasonable, and past performance is assessed as acceptable or neutral. Some key points to consider: * The contractor must provide pricing for all items listed in the Schedule of Items. * The contractor must provide a detailed explanation of any requirement listed in the Specifications that cannot be successfully accomplished. * The contractor must provide information on their ability to meet the schedule requirements listed in the Specifications. * The contractor must provide information on their past performance, including any relevant contracts or orders with the USDA. * The Government may utilize any references provided by the contractor, along with information available from past contracts/orders with the USDA, to determine if the contractor has acceptable or neutral past performance.