Buoy Tags

The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services is seeking bids for a 60-month contract to provide Buoy Tags for use by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife in their fishery operations. The Buoy Tags, which must be manufactured in polyurethane or other heavy-duty marine materials and printed with permanent ink in various colors, will be used to mark licensed crab pots across multiple counties and cities in the state of Washington. The contract has specific performance requirements related to order accuracy, lead time, and shipment quality, and pricing adjustments are allowed based on changes to the Producer Price Index. Bids are due by November 15, 2024, and the contract is anticipated to be awarded on January 9, 2025. The solicitation includes preferences for bidders that are Washington small businesses, certified veteran-owned businesses, and those offering products manufactured with recycled materials or non-toxic inks, and bidders must submit samples of the Buoy Tags for evaluation.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside requirements or identify any incumbent contractors. The contract will be funded through the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services and the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife, but the exact award value or budget range is not provided. Bidders must be registered in the state's WEBS procurement system and demonstrate their financial solvency and ability to fulfill the contract requirements.