RFQ for Bulk Ivermectin Treated Corn

Project ID: 12639526Q0024 FederalOpportunitiesSynopsis Solicitation

Overview

Agency	Marketing and Regulatory Programs Business Services
Deadline	01/26/26
Posted	01/16/26
Estimated Value	$50,000 - $250,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	Small Business
NAICS	311119 - Other Animal Food Manufacturing
PSC	8710 - Forage And Feed
Location	Laredo, TX 78041 United States

Description

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Posted: Jan. 16, 2026, 11:12 a.m. EST Description - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program (CFTEP) requires bulk Ivermectin treated corn, which will be fed to the wild deer population on appropriate properties in south Texas for the purpose of controlling cattle fever ticks. The treated corn will be used only during the non-deer season, March 1 through July 15. 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; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 12639526Q0024 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Bulk Ivermectin Treated Corn. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 311119 Other Animal Food Manufacturing. The small business size standard is 650 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. See RFQ Package - Solicitation Terms and Conditions for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) is conducting the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program (CFTEP) to control cattle fever ticks affecting livestock. This solicitation aims to procure bulk Ivermectin treated corn to be fed to the wild deer population in south Texas during the non-deer season, specifically from March 1 through July 15. Work Details The contractor is required to provide double-clean yellow whole kernel corn treated with Ivermectin. The corn must be free from dust, dirt, and other contaminants. The USDA will supply the Pour-on Ivermectin in bulk for mixing, and the contractor must store any unused Ivermectin. The contractor shall deliver Ivermectin-treated corn by semi-load, with a total quantity of 1000 gross tons specified. The treatment must achieve a concentration of approximately 10 mg of Ivermectin active ingredient per pound of corn, yielding 16-24 ppm concentration. Samples from each ton must be sent to the National Veterinary Services Lab (NVSL) for testing before delivery, with specific sampling requirements outlined: two one-pound samples for every ten tons mixed. Place of Performance Deliveries are required at multiple locations in south Texas including Cameron County (Brownsville) and Starr County (Rio Grande City). Specific addresses include: Cameron Co. CFTEP at 8000 US Hwy 281, Brownsville TX 78520; El Sauz Ranch at 28000 Hwy 186, Raymondville, TX 78580; and Starr Co. CFTEP at 14 Livestock Road, Rio Grande City, TX 78582.

Current: Posted: Jan. 22, 2026, 9:03 a.m. EST Description - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program (CFTEP) requires bulk Ivermectin treated corn, which will be fed to the wild deer population on appropriate properties in south Texas for the purpose of controlling cattle fever ticks. The treated corn will be used only during the non-deer season, March 1 through July 15. 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; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 12639526Q0024 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Bulk Ivermectin Treated Corn. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 311119 Other Animal Food Manufacturing. The small business size standard is 650 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. See RFQ Package - Solicitation Terms and Conditions for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria. 01/22/2026 - Questions file has been added. Any and all questions asked before due date for questions has been posted.

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