Downer Bird Farm Pheasant Feed

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of commercial pheasant feed, including starter, grower, and pelleted feed, on behalf of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. The total requirement is for approximately 175 tons of feed, which must be produced and delivered within 7 days of the order. New bidders must submit feed recipes for approval prior to the bid award. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on October 29, 2024, with questions due by October 22, 2024. Deliveries will be made to the Downer Bird Farm located in Yoder, Wyoming. The contract term is for the 2024 calendar year, with orders placed throughout the year as needed. The bid specifications outline detailed requirements for the starter and grower feed, including minimum and maximum percentages for crude protein, fat, fiber, calcium, and sodium. Bidders must provide a total bid price for each item, and the contract is contingent upon verification of the bidder's Resident Certification Number, if applicable.

The procurement is open to all qualified vendors, but preference will be given to Wyoming resident businesses. The state will ensure minority business enterprises have full opportunity to submit bids. No federal, state, county, or municipal taxes should be included in the quoted prices. The contract will be awarded to the firm determined to have the most responsive and responsible bid, and multiple awards may be made if deemed in the State's best interest. The successful bidder must agree to execute a formal contract with the State and will be required to successfully complete deliverables within stated deadlines for payment. Foreign corporations must also obtain a certificate of authority from the Wyoming Secretary of State prior to transacting business in the state.