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- 005-RFB-0658-2024
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- Des Moines County, Iowa
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This Request for Bids (RFB) is issued by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, seeking a single bidder to provide self-cleaning fish culture tanks for the Spirit Lake Fish Hatchery. The solicitation requires the delivery of 4 one-piece round fiberglass tanks with specific technical specifications, including a trough, motorized cleaning arms, side drain outlets, and leveling legs. The tanks will be used in a new larval Recirculating Aquaculture System to raise Muskellunge from hatch to stocking size. The bid opens on 10/9/2023 and closes on 10/25/2023, with a required delivery date of no later than January 5, 2024. The contract is not exclusive and may be extended at the sole discretion of the Lead Agency.
The bid includes multiple line items beyond the main tanks, such as screen boxes, various mesh screens with different micron ratings, and specific technical requirements for each component. The solicitation requires bidders to comply with various terms and conditions, including a 1% administrative fee on all sales, potential availability of the contract to political subdivisions and nonprofit entities, and a quarterly sales reporting requirement. The state prefers payment via Purchasing Card Program and allows 60 days to pay invoices. The total estimated value of the contract is not explicitly stated, but the detailed specifications suggest a specialized aquaculture equipment procurement with precise technical expectations.
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26 October 2023
Self Cleaning Fish Culture Tanks Department of Natural Resources is seeking a single Bidder to provide Self Cleaning Fish Culture Tanks.
26 October 2023
Open 10/9/2023 1:00 PM CDT Type Request for Bids Close 10/25/2023 1:00 PM CDT Number 005-RFB-0658-2024 Currency US Dollar
Sealed Until 10/25/2023 1:00 PM CDT
Contacts Randy Bennett randy.bennett@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-322-1210
Commodity Codes Commodity Code Description 12039 Fish Tanks, Holding and Transport
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The purpose of this Request for Bids (RFB) is to solicit bids from qualified providers to provide the goods and/or services described further in this RFB to the Lead Agency and any Participating Agencies. The Lead Agency intends to award a contract(s) beginning and ending on the dates listed in the solicitation, and the Lead Agency may extend the contract(s) for up to the number of annual extensions identified in the solicitation at the sole discretion of the Lead Agency. Any contract(s) resulting from the RFB shall not be an exclusive contract.
This RFB is designed to provide Bidders with the information necessary for the preparation of competitive Bids. The RFB process is for the Lead Agency’s and Participating Agencies’ benefit and is intended to provide the Lead Agency with competitive information to assist in the selection process. It is not intended to be comprehensive. Each Bidder is responsible for determining all factors necessary for the submission of a comprehensive Bid.
It is advised to "Save Progress" often and especially after uploading documents.
NOTE: Anytime the Bidder opens their bid after the initial submission, they MUST certify and resubmit. No information will be lost from the initial submission.
NOTE: Bidder must approve and resubmit their bid after an amendment has been posted by the Issuing Officer. If the bid was submitted before the amendment, all information will be saved. The Bidder only needs to read and acknowledge the amendment.
Instructions for Amendments: Answer the newly posted question in the Questions Section, and CERTIFY and SUBMIT your bid again (if previously submitted).
The Spirit Lake Fish Hatchery seeks a Bidder to construct and deliver 4 one-piece round self-cleaning fiberglass tanks with a trough extending from the tank center to the side wall in the bottom of the tank. These tanks will be used in a new larval Recirculating Aquaculture System at the facility to raise Muskellunge from hatch to stocking size. The tanks need to be delivered no later than January 5, 2024. The tanks will have a smooth polished gel coat interior and properly reinforced to minimize wall deflection. The tanks will utilize side drain outlets. Two wipers will be installed to keep the tank clean. One wiper to clean the floor of the tank and the second wiper to clean the side wall. The wipers need to rotate approximately 1.5 times an hour depositing waste into a trough extending from the tank center to the side wall. Tanks will also need leveling legs to ensure the floor of the tank is flat.
Delivery address is: Spirit Lake Fish Hatchery, 122 252nd Ave., Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Prerequisites Required to Enter Bid
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1. Bidder shall read and make certifications of the their Bid.
2. Bidder shall read and authorize to release information for their Bid.
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Buyer Attachments There are no Buyer Attachments added to this event.
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Questions Required Questions
Group 1: Form of Bid
Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).
1.1 Enter the Bidder's contact name, telephone number, email address, and shipping address for questions regarding this solicitation.
1.2 Enter the Bidder's State or Foreign Country of Residence.
1.3 Bidder shall enter the Resident Preference given by the State or Foreign Country of the Bidder’s residence. Enter the resident preference in the text box or indicate "no preference".
1.4 Bidder shall read, fill-out and upload the Terminations, Litigation and Debarment document.
1.5 Is the Bidder requesting confidential treatment of specific information?
1.6 A Bidder requesting confidential treatment of specific information shall fully complete the form attached. In the Items Section, mark each good or service upon which the Bidder believes confidential information appears.
1.7 The State of Iowa requires shipping to be FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid. Does the Bidder agree to the terms?
Group 2: Terms and Conditions
Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).
2.1 Bidder shall read the RFB Definitions and enter a response.
2.2 Bidder shall read the Administrative Terms and enter a response.
2.3 Bidder shall read the Contract Terms & Conditions and enter a response.
2.4 Bidder shall read the Specification Terms and enter a response.
2.5 Bidder shall read the Terms and Conditions for GOODS and enter a response.
2.6 Bidder shall read the Insurance Requirements and enter a response.
2.7 Public Entities (Political Subdivisions) - The resulting Contract will be made available to Political Entities, i.e. cities, counties, and schools. Bidder shall enter a response.
2.8 Nonprofit Entities - The resulting Contract will be made available to nonprofit entities that qualify under I.R.S. § 501 (c) provisions. Bidder shall enter a response.
2.9 Quarterly Sales Report - The Bidder shall provide a detailed quarterly report in Microsoft Excel on ALL sales made under the resulting Contract via e-mail to the Iowa Department of Administrative Services. Bidder shall enter a response.
2.10 Administrative Fee - In addition to the approved discounts or prices specified in the solicitation herein, the Bidder shall pay to the Agency a 1.00% Administrative Fee on all sales made against the resulting Contract. The fee shall be paid quarterly to the Iowa Department of Administrative Services. Bidder shall enter a response.
Group 3: Payment Terms
Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).
3.1 Payment Terms - Per Iowa Code § 8A.514 the State of Iowa is allowed sixty (60) days to pay an invoice submitted by a Bidder. Does the Bidder agree to the terms?
3.2 Terms of Pcard Acceptance - The State of Iowa prefers to pay Bidders using its Purchasing Card Program (Pcard) whenever possible. Bidders accepting Pcard payments shall comply with the Terms of Pcard Acceptance.
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Product Line Items Product Line Items
1. Bid Specifications. Bidder must satisfy all the specifications to be deemed a Responsible Bidder # Item Name, Commodity Code, Description Allow
Alternates Qty. UOM Requested Delivery
P1 8’ fiberglass tank with motorized cleaning arm and bottom trough 2 EA - Each
Tank dimensions: 6.4 Cu. Meter Fiberglass tank. Interior dimensions: 96" diameter x 54" Deep. Flat bottom +/- 1/16" with siphoning trough. NFPT drain in trough for tank draining.
Two (2) sidewall fittings for installation of 1.8 sq. ft. screen box drain.
Gel Coat color: Interior: light gray walls and floor; exterior: light gray Motorized cleaning arm: Motor 115/230V 1ph 50/60hz. All wetted components 316 Stainless steel with aluminum powder coated support tube.
Set of zinc leveling legs for each tank.
Task Milestone Date 1/5/2024
Brand - Tote Size -
P2 5’ fiberglass tank with motorized cleaning arm and bottom trough 2 EA - Each
Tank dimensions: 2.2 Cu. Meter Fiberglass tank. Interior dimensions: 60" diameter x 48" Deep. Flat bottom +/- 1/16" with siphoning trough. NFPT drain in trough for tank draining.
One (1) Sidewall fitting for installation of 1.8 sq. ft. screen box drain.
Gel Coat color: Interior: light gray walls and floor; exterior: light gray
Motorized cleaning arm: Motor 115/230V 1ph 50/60hz. All wetted components 316 Stainless steel with aluminum powder coated support tube.
Set of Zinc Leveling Legs for 5’ tanks. Leveling legs must be tall enough to maintain the same water level as 8’ tanks.
Task Milestone Date 1/5/2024
P3 Screen boxes for side drains 6 EA - Each
Box dimensions: 1.8 Sq. ft; 9" x 12" x 18" Manufactured from PVC foam sheet. All parts CNC machined for tight tolerances. Include all hardware for installation.
Task Milestone Date 2/5/2024
P4 Screens for screen boxes 6 EA - Each
Screens will be made of Polyester Mesh, and fit into the 1.8 sq
ft. screen boxes for side drains. Screen frames to be made from Type 1 PVC sheet material. 750 micron larval screen. Total screen frame open area 0.9 square feet per screen. Screen frame made from Type I PVC sheet. Polyester Mesh, 53% open area.
Task Milestone Date 2/5/2024
P5 Screens for screen boxes 8 EA - Each
Type 1 PVC sheet material.
1000 micron larval screen. Total screen frame open area 0.9 square feet per screen. Screen frame made from Type I PVC sheet. Polyester Mesh, 45% open area.
Task Milestone Date 2/15/2024
P6 Screens for screen boxes 14 EA - Each
Type 1 PVC sheet material.
1650 micron larval screen. Total screen frame open area 0.9 square feet per screen. Screen frame made from Type I PVC sheet. Polyester Mesh, 47% open area.
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Type 1 PVC sheet material.
2000 micron larval screen. Total screen frame open area 0.9 square feet per screen. Screen frame made from Type I PVC sheet. Polyester Mesh, 51% open area.
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Service Line Items Service Line Items
There are no Items added to this event.
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