Baby Chick Feeders for Pheasant Program

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) has issued a limited solicitation (FWP-LS-22-0143) for specialized equipment to support its Pheasant Program. The procurement seeks 250 baby chick feeders, 100 range feeders, and 50 four-light infrared brooder electric heaters, with specific delivery requirements to 350 Conley Lake Rd., Deer Lodge, MT 59722. The solicitation was posted on January 26, 2022, with a bid closing date of March 16, 2022, at 5:00 PM MDT, and sealed bids scheduled for review on March 17, 2022, at 1:30 PM MDT. Vendors must complete a contact information form, carefully review attached specifications, and provide detailed cost breakdowns for each equipment type. The procurement falls under multiple commodity codes including agricultural supplies, livestock and fish supplies, and water-related equipment, with payment terms set at net 30 days and transactions conducted in US Dollars.

While the solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or specific vendor restrictions, potential bidders must comply with administrative prerequisites and demonstrate capability to meet the technical specifications for the pheasant program equipment. The procurement appears to be a standard competitive bid without identified incumbent vendors or specific integration requirements. Although no precise budget range is provided, the scale of the procurement suggests a moderate-sized contract involving specialized agricultural and livestock equipment. Vendors will need to ensure they can meet the FOB delivery requirements, complete all necessary documentation, and provide equipment that meets the precise specifications outlined in the solicitation. The bid represents a focused procurement effort by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks to obtain specialized equipment for its pheasant management program.