Smart Apply automatic sprayer components for the USDA, ARS, Application Technology Research Unit in Wooster, OH

Background
The USDA, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Application Technology Research Unit (ATRU) in Wooster, Ohio is conducting research to develop an automatic system for nursery inventory. This project is partially funded by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and North Carolina State University.

The goal of this contract is to procure SmartApply smart sprayer components necessary for building prototype systems that will assist in counting trees, utilizing parts that were originally developed at the USDA ATRU.

Work Details
The contractor is required to provide and deliver SmartApply brand name components for four prototype systems. The specific items and quantities are as follows:
- Quantity of 4: BU48278 – Ruggon Tablet Kit
- Quantity of 4: BU48522 – Ruggon Tablet Accessories Kits
- Quantity of 4: BU48518 – LIDAR Harness Kit, Smart Apply
- Quantity of 4: ISS61001105 – Harness, 50" Gen2 GPS Antenna
- Quantity of 4: ISS6100123 – Harness

All items must be new and have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). A Certificate of Conformance (COC) must be provided, along with necessary certifications including traceability to the manufacturer.

Period of Performance
Units must be delivered within 30 days after award.

Place of Performance
USDA, ARS, ARTU Attn: Adam Clark 1680 Madison Avenue Wooster, OH 44691-4114

Bidder Requirements
Offerors must be able to provide necessary certification including traceability to the manufacturer, manufacturer's Certificate of Conformance (COC), and their own certificate of conformance. Vendors who are not the OEM or an authorized distributor must provide traceability for the offered product back to the manufacturer or authorized distributor.