Deer Processing Qualified Vendors List (SDA 530-0006)

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) MDC23199 for establishing a Qualified Vendors List for deer processing services in the Central Region of Missouri. The solicitation covers thirteen counties: Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Gasconade, Howard, Maries, Miller, Moniteau, Montgomery, Morgan, Osage, and Saline. Vendors must provide deer processing services and are required to complete and submit Exhibit A and any other applicable exhibits as part of their bid response. The solicitation period runs from February 21, 2023, at 3:00 PM GMT to February 28, 2023, at 8:00 PM GMT, with bids to be submitted either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy if permitted. Key requirements include providing maximum pricing for an initial contract term and two potential renewal periods, with payment terms set at Net 45 Days and delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination. The primary contact for questions is Lisa Larivee, who can be reached at 573-522-4115 or lisa.larivee@mdc.mo.gov.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, indicating the opportunity is open to all qualified deer processors in the specified Central Region counties. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation, and there are no details about existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. The solicitation does not provide an estimated total contract value or specific budget range. Vendors will be evaluated based on their ability to complete Exhibit A, meet the specified geographic requirements, and provide acceptable maximum pricing for the initial and renewal periods. The contract appears to be structured as a qualified vendors list, suggesting multiple vendors may be selected to provide deer processing services as needed during the contract period.