Asian Carp/Common Carp Fish Collection Schafer Fisheries

The State of Illinois is procuring fish collection services for Asian Carp and Common Carp removal, with the opportunity posted on February 19, 2026, and proposals due by February 24, 2026. The procurement is being conducted through Schafer Fisheries and falls under General Services contracts governed by the State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions established by the Chief Procurement Office. While the specific scope of work, quantities, deliverables, and detailed objectives are not articulated in the available documentation, the contract involves the collection and removal of invasive Asian Carp and Common Carp species, likely as part of environmental management and ecosystem preservation efforts. Vendors must maintain general commercial liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, comply with prevailing wage requirements where applicable, and obtain all necessary licenses and permits required for fish collection operations. The contract is contingent upon appropriation of funds by the Illinois General Assembly and may be terminated for convenience with thirty days' notice. Interested vendors must submit proposals by the February 24, 2026 deadline to be considered for award.

The available documentation does not specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or other targeted vendor categories, nor does it identify any incumbent contractors or existing infrastructure requirements for integration. The standard terms and conditions require vendors to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, maintain records for three years (or five years if federal funds are involved), and indemnify the State against claims arising from breach of contract or negligent performance. All work product is considered work for hire with exclusive ownership vesting in the State of Illinois. No specific award value or budget range is provided in the available documentation; interested parties should contact the State of Illinois or Schafer Fisheries directly for additional procurement details, specifications, and financial information necessary to prepare a competitive proposal.