The USDA-ARS Mid-West Area National Animal Disease Center in Ames, Iowa, has a requirement for 15 Holstein or Holstein/Cross calves meeting detailed specifications. The Government intends to award a sole-source purchase order, as it is aware of only one capable contractor, but will accept and consider all responses from responsible vendors with active SAM registrations. The acquisition is an unrestricted requirement and is not set aside for small business concerns. The small business size standard for this classification is $2.5 million. All details, including the full statement of requirements and evaluation criteria, are contained within the solicitation attachments.

This is a market survey to identify qualified small businesses for a potential future project; it is not a solicitation or commitment. The government seeks capabilities statements from companies with relevant expertise to help determine if competition will be limited to specific small business categories. Responses are due by 5 PM CST on December 19, 2025. The anticipated NAICS code is 112111 with a $2.5 million size standard. No budget, performance location, or award timelines are specified.