Minnows, fingerlings, and other fish for hatchery operations and stocking purposes

The Ohio Competitive Selection IDV (ITB019504) is a mandatory use state contract focused on procuring live fish products for hatchery operations and stocking purposes. The contract covers two distinct categories of fish: Category I includes Fathead Minnows, Golden Shiners, and Certified Triploid White Amur (Grass Carp), while Category II encompasses Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, and Bluegill in various length ranges. Specifically designed for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife, the contract enables the procurement of fish products with deliveries primarily scheduled during July through September, with quantities typically ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 pounds per delivery to state fish hatcheries.

The contract is awarded to Jones Fish Hatcheries & Distributors Inc by the Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) with a performance period from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027. As a competitive selection contract, it provides statewide coverage for Ohio and includes provisions for potential 36-month renewals. The contract establishes a minimum order value of $200.00, allows for price adjustments after the first 12 months, and mandates that all fish must be alive, healthy, and certified disease-free. The contract includes detailed delivery specifications, potential invoice offsets for late deliveries, and is structured to support the ODNR's fish management and conservation efforts.