Styroblocks Seedling Containers , USFS Nursery Systems

2026-11-03

PurposeThis notice is issuedsolely for market researchto verify whether anyadditional sourcesbeyond theknown , authorized U . S . distributorcan supplyexpanded polystyrene ( EPS ) styroblocks seedling containersthat meetPlacerville Nursery ’ s exact pattern and equipment ‑ compatibility requirements . This is not a solicitationand no award will be made from this notice ( FAR Part   10 ). Market ‑ Research Finding ( Summary ) Manufacturer : Beaver Thermal Solutions ( Canada ) produces theStyroblockcontainers . U . S . Distribution : Stuewe & Sonsis theexclusive U . S . distributorauthorized to sell the Beaver Styroblock system . Compatibility Requirement : Blocks mustexactly match the Beaver 315B patternfor compatibility with existingGleason Seedling Popper – based plug extraction equipment ; prior trials with similar EPS blocksfailed extractiondue to pattern / layout differences . Minimum Requirements ( Summary of Specs ) EPS Styroblocks : 14 "× 24 "× 6 " blocks in91 ‑ cavity ( 1 . 5 " dia ; 7 . 9in³ ), 112 ‑ cavity ( 1 . 4 " dia ; 6 . 6in³ ), and 45 ‑ cavity ( 2 . 4 " dia ; 20 . 5in³ ); drain ‑ hole layout must be compatiblewith theGleason Seedling Popper . High ‑ strength EPS to improve durability and minimize root penetration . Ray Leach “ Super Cell ” Cone ‑ tainers : UV ‑ inhibitor coating ; 1 . 5 " dia × 8 . 25 " depth × 10in³ ; Ray Leach trays : 24 "× 12 "× 6 . 75 "; shipping included ; 1 ‑ week pre ‑ delivery notificationrequired . Requested Information ( 3 ‑ day response ) In 3 pages ( PDF preferred ) or less , please address : Authorization / Capability : Confirm whether you are anauthorized U . S . distributorof Beaver Styroblock or can supply anequalEPS block thatexactly matchestheBeaver 315B patternandGleasondrain ‑ hole layout for successful extraction ( provide drawings / datasheets and extraction references ). NAICS / PSC : Confirm NAICS326140and PSC8145applicability . The following NAICS and PSCs are also acceptable : NAICSS 115310 or 326199 ; PSC 9330Delivery & Notification : Lead time , shipping terms ( FOB Destination Placerville ), and agreement to1 ‑ week pre ‑ deliverynotice . SAM Status : Indicate current SAM registration ; SAM registration is required before any awardper FAR   4 . 1102 ( not required to respond to this SSN ). Note on Urgency : The nursery ispast the planting / operational window , so the Government is compressing the sources sought notice response period undercommercial item authoritiesto provide a reasonable opportunity while not unduly delaying a potential award ( FAR   5 . 203 ( a )–( b ), 12 . 603 ).

California

2026-03-27