Fax Bid* Bulk Aquarium Salt - LDWF

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This state and local contract opportunity is for the procurement of bulk aquarium salt for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). The salt must be a unique and complete duplication of natural seawater's average major, minor, and trace elements, contained in a single stage, dry homogeneous blend. The minimum order is one wrapped pallet consisting of 40 to 80 boxes, bags, or buckets weighing 45 to 50 lbs. each of aquarium grade mixing salt. The contract period is from July 1, 2024 (or date of award, whichever is later) to June 30, 2025, with the option to extend for two additional 12-month periods. The bid opening date is set for June 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s) meeting the specifications.

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This contract opportunity is open to all qualified vendors. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The state reserves the right to reject individual line items. The estimated quantities are provided, but the right is reserved to increase or decrease the amounts as needed during the contract period. The pricing terms require that the unit price be inclusive of any freight charges, with the bid priced F.O.B. Destination. The contract includes several Louisiana preference clauses related to the use of Louisiana business workforce, further processed products, and products manufactured in the United States. The total contract period may not exceed 36 months.