This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation AG-52B1-S-13-0032 is being issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), to furnish and deliver an 8ft front end loader mounted Native Seed Harvester with Shelbourne Crop Header, to the Midewin National Tall Grass Prairie, 30239 S. SR 53, Wilmington, IL 60481. The minimum specifications are: for use on a John Deere 6420 tractor with a 640 self loading loader; quick attach mount to match 640 loader; hydraulic drive; ability for head to go from 4" above ground level to top of operating height of the loader; hopper capacity at least 30 cu ft; ability to harvest a wide range of seeds from native grasses and herbs. This acquisition is set-aside for small businesses. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 333111 and the size standard is 500 employees. Offerors shall provide both pricing and technical information. Pricing and technical information will be submitted to: Roger Manning, USDA Forest Service, 811 Constitution Ave, Bedford, IN 47421. NO FAX QUOTES WILL BE ACCEPTED. E-mail quotes are acceptable at [email protected]. Quotes must include vendor's TIN (Tax Identification Number) and DUNS number. Vendors must be registered in SAMS (www.sams.gov) Quotes must include a completed copy of (FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications, Commercial Items, paragraphs (c) through (m). If the Offeror has completed the annual representations and certifications electronically at http://orca.bpn. gov., submit only paragraph (b) from the provisions and a DUNS number. (FAR) 52.212-2 Evaluation, Commercial Items is applicable with the following factors used to evaluate quotes: Price, conformity to specifications, and earliest delivery date. Clauses indicated on a separate attachment. Provide quotes to Roger Manning by 1:00p.m. est August 13, 2013.

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