Mobile Soil Steam Generator

Project ID: 1232SA26Q0588 FederalOpportunitiesSynopsis Solicitation

Overview

Agency	Agricultural Research Service
Deadline	05/11/26
Posted	05/05/26
Estimated Value	Not Provided
Set Aside	SBA
NAICS	333310 - Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
PSC	6640 - Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
Location	Wooster, OH 44691 United States

Description

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Summary

Description - 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 1232SA26Q0588 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a mobile soil steam generator. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 333310 The small business size standard is 1000 employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. The USDA, ARS, in Wooster, OH has a new requirement for a mobile soil steam generator. A Sioux Corporation Steam-Flo SF20D-TM, or comparable, with the following: - Boiler: 20 HP, 3-Pass Dry Back Scotch Marine Boiler; ASME Section IV constructed; 791,000 BTU/HR input. - Performance: Minimum 690 lbs/hr steam output; 15 PSI max operating pressure. - Fuel: Diesel or Kerosene with an integrated 65-gallon fuel tank. - Trailer: Single axle highway trailer; 5200lb leaf spring axle; 15" heavy-duty pneumatic tires; electric brakes with breakaway kit. - Hitch: 2 5/16" ball coupler with adjustable height and safety chains. - Accessories: - Must include two (2) 2-inch trailer-mounted steam-rated gate valves - A scale inhibitor system, Sioux Hydroblend, or comparable. - Two (2) replacement cartridges for the scale inhibitor system, including O-rings (Part #AC00422 or comparable). - Contractor shall provide one (1) physical copy of the Operator's Manual, Maintenance Parts List, and ASME Manufacturer's Data Report.

Award Type

The Government intends to make one award from this solicitation. Therefore, to be considered responsive, contractors must submit pricing for all items.

Evaluation and Basis for Award

The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation Commercial Products and Commercial Services is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203 based on the criteria listed below. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government. The Government will conduct a comparative evaluation of quotes to select the Contractor that is best suited to fulfill the requirement. The evaluation factors are: Price and Technical Capability. The Government reserves the right to select a quote that represents a superior technical solution, even if it is not the lowest priced.

Submission Requirements

To be considered, provide a quote on company letterhead including:

Vendor Details

SAM.gov UEI Number.

Technical Documentation

Descriptive material and a "meets/does not meet" statement for the minimum specifications. - Pricing: Unit price and total price (including all shipping/delivery costs). - Timeline: Estimated lead time/delivery date. - Validity: Quote must be valid for at least 60 days. Offerors shall identify where the offered item meets or does not meet each of the Government's functional and performance minimum specifications listed herein. Please ensure all email correspondence includes the solicitation number in the subject line. Emails without the RFQ number in the subject line may not be seen, read, and /or reviewed and therefore disqualified from consideration. QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov, NO LATER THAN 1:00 p. m. ET, May 7th, 2026. Questions will only be accepted via email and WILL NOT be answered if received after this date/time. QUOTES REGARDING THIS RFQ ARE DUE TO RICHARD HAWTHORNE at Richard.hawthorne@usda.gov , NO LATER THAN 5:00 p. m. ET, May 11th, 2026.

1680 Madison Ave

Wooster, Ohio 44691

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The USDA, Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in Wooster, OH has issued solicitation number 1232SA26Q0588 as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a mobile soil steam generator. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns, with the applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code being 333310 and a small business size standard of 1000 employees. The purpose of this procurement is to support research activities that require sterilization of soils, agricultural substrates, and tools. Work Details The contract requires the delivery of a mobile soil steam generator, specifically a Sioux Corporation Steam-Flo SF20D-TM or an equivalent model. The specifications for the steam generator include: - **Boiler:** 20 HP, 3-Pass Dry Back Scotch Marine Boiler; ASME Section IV constructed; 791,000 BTU/HR input. - **Performance:** Minimum 690 lbs/hr steam output; 15 PSI max operating pressure. - **Fuel:** Diesel or Kerosene with an integrated 65-gallon fuel tank. - **Trailer:** Single axle highway trailer; 5200lb leaf spring axle; 15" heavy-duty pneumatic tires; electric brakes with breakaway kit. - **Hitch:** 2 5/16" ball coupler with adjustable height and safety chains. - **Accessories:** - Two (2) trailer-mounted steam-rated gate valves (2-inch). - A scale inhibitor system, Sioux Hydroblend or comparable. - Two (2) replacement cartridges for the scale inhibitor system including O-rings (Part #AC00422 or comparable). - The contractor must provide one (1) physical copy of the Operator’s Manual, Maintenance Parts List, and ASME Manufacturer's Data Report. Period of Performance All items must be delivered within 45 days after award. Place of Performance USDA-ARS Application Technology Research Unit, 1680 Madison Ave, Wooster, Ohio 44691.

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