Agency Contract for Springville Fish Hatchery to provide OEM Trojan UV Bulbs

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing and Division of Wildlife Resources initiated a procurement opportunity (Solicitation JH21-158) for the Springville Fish Hatchery to acquire 72 OEM Trojan UV bulbs (part #794447-ORD). This procurement is designed to replace UV light bulbs used for water treatment in fish cultivation, with a planned replacement cycle approximately every 1-1/2 years over a 5-year contract period. The bid was formally opened on April 20, 2021, at 11:00 AM MDT and closed on May 4, 2021, at 2:00 PM MDT. Vendors were required to meet mandatory minimum requirements, including the ability to provide the exact OEM UV Trojan Bulbs and deliver them within 30 days of contract award. The procurement process required vendors to affirm compliance with federal regulations regarding telecommunication equipment and disclose any potential conflicts of interest. The bulbs, with a 12,000-hour life expectancy, are critical for disinfecting water and preventing fish disease at the hatchery.

The solicitation did not specifically highlight set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Tank Supply Corporation was ultimately awarded the contract as the low-cost responsive and responsible bidder. The contract structure allows for potential modifications to incorporate new technology or technological upgrades, with the possibility of additional legislative funding if provided. While specific award values were not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the procurement is focused on a targeted replacement of 72 UV bulbs for the Springville Fish Hatchery. The contract appears to be structured with flexibility for future technological adaptations and potential budget adjustments. The procurement process emphasized vendor capability to meet precise technical specifications and delivery requirements for the specialized UV bulbs used in fish hatchery water treatment systems.