Cow Lactation and Dry Premix Feed

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) has issued a request for quotation (RFQ) under solicitation number 1232SA26Q0433 for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This procurement is for the acquisition of cow lactation premix feed and dry cattle premix feed to support operations in Ames, Iowa. The acquisition is classified under NAICS code 311119 (Other Animal Food Manufacturing) and PSC 8710 (Forage and Feed).

This requirement is a total small business set-aside (SBA) designated for small business concerns. The solicitation is prepared as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items in accordance with FAR Part 12, and the agency intends to evaluate quotations from all responsible sources. The performance requirements include compliance with mandatory contract clause FAR 52.222-90 regarding Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors as required by Executive Order 14398.

Responses to this solicitation are due by May 22, 2026. The contracting office, USDA ARS AFM APD, has provided five attachments as part of the notice, including the original solicitation, an amendment, and three sets of questions and answers published between April 28 and May 20, 2026. Kerrie Hodges is the designated point of contact for this procurement.