NAT26001-TROUTSTOCK_appA.pdf

This is a Bid Quotation Appendix for the Trout Stocking Program contract (NAT26001TROUT) issued by the State of Delaware, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Division of Fish and Wildlife. The State is soliciting bids for trout to supply its stocking program, with bids due September 24, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. local time and public bid opening occurring on the same date. The scope encompasses provision of Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and Trophy Rainbow Trout in specified sizes for both spring and fall stocking operations at ponds and streams. Specific quantities include Rainbow Trout ranging from 10-12 inches and 14-17 inches in varying weights, Brown Trout at 11-13 inches (1,470 lbs.), and Trophy Rainbow Trout exceeding 3 lbs. each. The contract period runs one year from November 16, 2026 through November 15, 2027, with three optional one-year renewal periods available through negotiation if renegotiation is initiated no later than 90 days prior to contract termination. Contract award is expected within 30 days of bid opening. Written questions are due September 10, 2026 with answers posted by September 15, 2026.

All bid pricing must include delivery according to the Tentative 2027 Trout Stocking Schedule with F.O.B. destination shipping terms and freight pre-paid. Prices shall remain firm for the contract term; vendors may offer lower pricing at any time during the contract period. Upon contract extension, the State reserves the right to adjust prices using the Philadelphia All Urban Consumers Price Index (CPI-U), capped at the annual change rate. The State reserves the right to make multiple awards, partial awards, or award on an item-by-item basis as deemed most advantageous. Successful bidders must maintain Commercial General Liability insurance ($1,000,000 per occurrence / $3,000,000 aggregate), Automotive Liability insurance ($1,000,000 combined single limit), and Product Liability coverage ($1,000,000 per occurrence / $3,000,000 aggregate). Bidders must obtain a State of Delaware Business License prior to award and complete registration through the Delaware Supplier Portal. Monthly usage reports in Excel format are mandatory, due by the 15th of each month. Bid bonds and performance bonds have been waived. Bids may be submitted by paper (marked "Master Copy" with original signatures) and one electronic copy or through other approved delivery methods to 3002 Bayside Drive, Dover, DE 19901.