UNSPSC 10101719: Live freshwater silverside fish

A variety of silverside fish found in freshwater. This species is different from the sea silverside as it does not have a protractile or expandable mouth and has a very elongated body. A closely related species from Argentina, odontesthes bonaerensis, i

UNSPSC 10101719 Live freshwater silverside fish is a Commodity code that covers the supply of live fish species to state and local agencies for public health, environmental management, and recreational purposes. Recent state and local solicitations show the code encompasses mosquitofish supply for mosquito control programs and trout fingerling nursery operations serving fishing opportunity initiatives. Issuing bodies under this code include county governments and special-purpose agencies collaborating with state fish and wildlife commissions. The work involves breeding, rearing, and delivering live fish in specified sizes and quantities, meeting strict transportation and water-quality standards such as oxygenated, medicated water and tight delivery windows. Contractors typically must hold comprehensive insurance coverage and comply with state employment verification and drug-free workplace requirements.

Recent activity appears concentrated in the Southeast, with Hillsborough County, Florida conducting a three-year ITB for Gambusia holbrooki mosquitofish supply (ITB2600227, due May 7, 2026, estimated value $169,440.00) and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania seeking a sub-lessee to operate a trout nursery facility in partnership with the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission (solicitation 2629, due June 4, 2026). Hillsborough County requires delivery of live mosquitofish in three size categories—medium, large, and field run—with approximately 200 to 500 fish per oxygenated bag and turnaround within two weeks of purchase order issuance. Montgomery County's opportunity involves a 10-year sub-lease to maintain and operate the Stony Creek Nursery, with the operator responsible for rearing fingerling trout for fishing derbies and special events benefiting disadvantaged and disabled populations. Both solicitations emphasize operational experience, responsive insurance documentation, and compliance with state regulations. Geographic spread remains limited in the sample; pursuit decisions should account for the specialized nature of fish supply and the narrow base of active jurisdictions.