Sole Source Request for Custom-Built Research Plot Sprayer

The Mississippi State University is proposing a sole source purchase of a custom-built research plot sprayer from R&D Sprayers. The sprayer is designed for attachment to a sub-compact tractor and includes features such as multi-tank/bottle configurations, adjustable boom systems, and precision application components. The university has determined that R&D Sprayers is the only viable source for this equipment due to its specialized nature and the need for customized configurations. The estimated cost of the sprayer is $13,364.55. Some key features of the sprayer include: • Custom-built design for attachment to a sub-compact tractor • Multi-tank/bottle configurations for multiple treatments • Adjustable boom systems for precise application • Precision application components for small-plot agricultural research • Ability to accommodate wide-row crops and smaller plots or enclosed spaces • Independently supplied sections for different treatments without cross-contamination • Adjustable height settings for varying crop sizes The university is seeking a sole source purchase due to the specialized nature of the equipment and the lack of alternative vendors that can provide a comparable system.