Barrels, formaldehyde, Unit formalin for Hatcheries IFB -JF26-86

The State of Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is requesting bids for 150 55-gallon barrels of therapeutic-grade 37% formaldehyde for hatchery operations under IFB JF26-86, with bids due June 16, 2026. Award will go to the lowest-cost responsive and responsible vendor; vendors must guarantee pricing for one year.

The scope calls for FDA-approved formaldehyde suitable for fish and eggs, delivered to Mantua Fish Hatchery (555 E Fish Hatchery Road, Mantua, UT 84324) or Glenwood Fish Hatchery (542 S Hatchery Road, Glenwood, UT 84730). Deliveries must occur between April 15 and October 1 each year to prevent exposure below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Recognized product labels include Parasite-S, Formalin-F, and Parasite-S. Award price will be evaluated on cost per barrel inclusive of shipping, with F.O.B. Destination Freight Prepaid and Allowed terms. The state currently uses approximately 30 barrels annually and anticipates consuming up to 150 over the contract period.

The contract term is five years. Vendors must submit bids through the U3P online portal and comply with State of Utah Agency Standard Terms and Conditions, including workers' compensation and general liability insurance with minimum coverage of $1 million per occurrence and $3 million aggregate, E-Verify registration, a one-year product warranty, and six-year record retention. Vendors may not begin work, purchase materials, or enter subcontracts until receiving an executed purchase order or contract. The State reserves the right to conduct discussions with reasonably susceptible vendors and request best and final offers. All bids with exceptions or additions to standard terms and conditions will be rejected; exceptions may only be requested during the question-and-answer period. The State retains thirty days for inspection and acceptance and reserves the right to terminate without cause upon thirty days' written notice.