BID FS - PFL Spring Fertilizer

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is seeking bids for a spring fertilizer procurement for Public Fishing Lakes (PFLs) across the state, specifically targeting Butler County and surrounding areas. The solicitation involves procuring 1,280 bags (64,000 lbs) of MAP granular fertilizer and 100 bags (2,500 lbs) of water-soluble fertilizer, to be distributed across 17 locations including 16 PFL sites and a Conservation Warehouse in Montgomery. Delivery requirements are precisely defined, with individual site allocations ranging from 20 bags at Lamar PFL to 160 bags at the Conservation Warehouse. Vendors must submit bids through the Alabama Buys supplier portal, with the bid due date set for February 17, 2025. The procurement process will award contracts line by line to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with pricing required to include freight charges as F.O.B. destination. Bidders must comply with detailed specifications outlined in the fertilizer specification spreadsheet and respond to any additional information requests within five days of receipt.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must be registered in the Alabama Buys system and comply with state requirements, including Alabama immigration law and E-Verify participation for employed workers. Suppliers must also register with the Secretary of State if they are a foreign corporation. While specific budget ranges are not directly stated, the total procurement volume is 64,000 lbs of granular fertilizer and 2,500 lbs of water-soluble fertilizer. Electronic payment methods will be accepted, including credit cards, P-cards, and electronic funds transfer. The state reserves the right to conduct pricing analysis for cost realism and reasonableness, though it does not guarantee any specific volume of business from the resulting contract. Vendors must ensure all materials meet trade practices, comply with local codes, and be prepared to have all labor performed by experienced professionals in a professional manner.