121756 OR SOLICITATION LIST OF RESPONDENTS.docx

The document is a Solicitation List of Respondents for the State of Nebraska's Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Materiel Division and State Purchasing Bureau (SPB), specifically Solicitation Number 121756 OR for chemicals used in noxious weed, pest control, and aquatic herbicides. The solicitation is scheduled to open on August 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with responses received from Nutrien Solutions, Red River Specialties LLC, and Aquatic Control Inc., while Van Diest Supply Company submitted a non-responsive solicitation response. The contract is structured with an initial one-year term and options for four additional one-year renewals, targeting delivery to multiple Nebraska Game and Parks Commission locations.

The procurement encompasses over 40 different chemical products with quantities ranging from 3 to 650 gallons, covering both terrestrial and aquatic environmental management needs. Pricing will remain firm for the first six months, with potential subsequent price adjustments requiring 30-day written notice and supporting documentation. The solicitation includes provisions for resident disabled veterans and businesses in enterprise zones, suggesting potential preference considerations. The contract is non-exclusive, allowing the State to contract with multiple vendors, and vendors must maintain consistent discount rates, provide Material Safety Data Sheets upon request, and comply with packaging, quality, and product recall requirements. The estimated annual usage list serves as a guideline, with the State reserving the right to purchase items individually or in groups without minimum order requirements.