Asian Carp/Common Carp Fish Collection

This is a small purchase contract opportunity with sole source conditions issued by the state of Illinois. The state is seeking a vendor to provide Asian Carp/Common Carp Fish Collection services. The contracted services will involve the collection of Asian Carp and Common Carp from various waterways within the state. The vendor will be responsible for all aspects of the fish collection, including locating, capturing, and transporting the fish to a designated disposal site. Qualified vendors must have demonstrated expertise in commercial fishing operations and the safe handling of invasive fish species. Proposals will be evaluated based on the vendor's technical approach, past performance, and overall cost-effectiveness. The contract period is expected to begin immediately upon award, with a due date for proposals of January 15, 2024.

Due to the specialized nature of this procurement, it is being issued with sole source conditions, meaning only pre-qualified vendors will be considered. The state has not identified any incumbent contractors for this work. Possible award values are not specified, but the budget for this small purchase contract is expected to fall within typical ranges for commercial fishing services. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to this opportunity.