Asian Carp/Common Carp Fish Collection Aquatic Protein

The State of Illinois is soliciting bids for Asian Carp/Common Carp Fish Collection Aquatic Protein services, with a proposal due date of February 20, 2026, providing an extremely limited response window of two days from the February 18, 2026 posting date. This procurement opportunity is governed by the State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions (Version 23.2) issued by the Chief Procurement Office for General Services contracts. While the specific deliverables, quantities, project timelines, and detailed service specifications are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation, the opportunity involves the collection and processing of Asian carp and common carp fish for aquatic protein purposes. The contract will be subject to state procurement regulations and the State Prompt Payment Act, requiring vendors to demonstrate compliance with prevailing wage requirements and all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Vendors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including $1,000,000 in general commercial liability per occurrence and $2,000,000 in annual aggregate coverage, and all work must be performed by trained and competent personnel. The State retains sole ownership of all work products and intellectual property generated under this contract and reserves the right to terminate the agreement for convenience with thirty days' notice.

The standard terms and conditions indicate that minority contractor initiatives may apply to this procurement, suggesting potential set-aside designations or preference programs for disadvantaged enterprises, though specific details regarding these designations are not provided in the available documentation. Vendors are required to obtain prior written approval for any subcontractors and must maintain records for a minimum of three years, or five years if federal funding is utilized. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or specific award values or budget ranges are identified in the posted information. The contract is contingent upon appropriation availability, meaning the State may terminate the agreement without penalty if dedicated funding becomes unavailable. Prospective bidders should note the compressed timeline and are advised to contact the State promptly for any clarifications regarding project-specific requirements, site visits, or bidders' conferences that may be scheduled prior to the February 20, 2026 deadline.