Request for Quote for Sevin Bait 2% (Carbaryl)

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 12639526Q0305 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Grasshopper Chemical Supply Purchase. Under the guidance of Section 417 of the Plant Protection Act of 2000, USDA (including APHIS) plays a coordinating role between Federal agencies, State agricultural departments, and private ranchers to control both grasshoppers and Mormon crickets. It should be noted that APHIS itself does not have its own management goals for grasshoppers, but rather responds to public demand, and official requests from stakeholders for assistance. Grasshopper and Mormon cricket bait is bought based on the forecast of PPQ pest activity and hazard mapping. Idaho APHIS PPQ Treatments: The 2024 and 2026 Idaho Environmental Assessment requires the use of Wilbur Ellis 2% Carbaryl Pelletized bait for treatments of Grasshoppers and Mormon Crickets.

This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 325320 The small business size standard is 1,150 employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.