Alfalfa Hay

The state of Nevada, through the Nevada Department of Corrections, Silver State Industries - Prison Ranch, is seeking responsible vendors to provide a minimum of 500 tons of alfalfa hay in large bales for a one-time procurement. The hay must meet specific requirements around crop year, quality, and bale size and condition. Delivery is to commence immediately following notification of award, and vendors must provide their available tonnage of both large and small bales. Inspection and acceptance of the hay will be conducted by Silver State Industries personnel, and certified weight certificates must be provided. The awarded vendor is responsible for unloading and stacking the hay at the Silver State Industries Ranch location in Carson City, Nevada. The pricing requested is FOB Destination, with separate line item pricing for shipping charges that must include off-loading and stacking. The contract is for a one-time procurement, with no renewal options mentioned.

The procurement is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No ex-felons formerly incarcerated in the NDOC system will be allowed to enter the facility, and there are restrictions on items that can be brought onto the premises. The contract term may be up to two years, with possible annual extensions, and the budget range is not specified.