ACQUISITION OF W350 ALFALFA SEEDS FOR GOAL 128 AGRICULTURAL FRONTIER EXPANSION, CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION, AND CROP DEVELOPMENT IN THE DISTRICT OF SANTO TOMAS-CHUMBIVILCAS-CUSCO

This tender concerns the acquisition of W350 alfalfa seeds, a crucial component for Goal 128, which focuses on expanding the agricultural frontier, mitigating climate change, and fostering crop development within the district of Santo Tomas, located in the Chumbivilcas province of the Cusco region, Peru. The contracting entity is the Municipalidad Provincial de Chumbivilcas - Santo Tomas. The procurement process, identified as ADS-CLASICO-38-2015-MPCH-1, utilizes a Selective Direct Award method of contracting. The objective is to secure high-quality alfalfa seeds that will support agricultural enhancement initiatives aimed at increasing productivity, promoting sustainable farming practices, and contributing to climate change adaptation strategies in the region. The specific variety, W350, suggests a need for a particular genetic strain known for its resilience and yield potential, likely suited to the agro-ecological conditions of Cusco. This procurement is vital for the local agricultural sector, aiming to bolster food security, improve farmer livelihoods, and enhance the environmental sustainability of agricultural activities in Santo Tomas. The project's emphasis on climate change mitigation indicates that the selected alfalfa seeds are expected to play a role in carbon sequestration or in improving soil health, thereby contributing to broader environmental goals. Further details regarding the quantity of seeds, technical specifications, delivery timelines, and evaluation criteria are expected to be outlined in the full tender documents.

This is a supplies contract in the general supplies sector. Located in Peru, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of PEN 126,720.

Published through Peru SEACE, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the general supplies sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.