Feeder Rodents - KDWP

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) is seeking bids for a multi-year contract to supply various sizes of feeder rodents for research, education, and wildlife management purposes. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) event number EVT0010177 is being administered by the Kansas Department of Administration's Office of Procurement and Contracts, with bids due on April 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The contract will initially run from the date of award through March 31, 2026, with options to renew for two additional 36-month periods. The procurement requires vendors to provide specific quantities of rodents, including large pinkies (2,000/year), fuzzies (4,000/year), large adult mice (4,400/year), medium rats (2,250/year), large white mice (2,000/year), large white fuzzy mice (1,000/year), dark small mice (1,000/year), and dark hoppers (1,000/year). Delivery must be FOB destination to three locations: Pratt Education Center in Pratt, Kansas Wetlands Education Center in Great Bend, and Milford Nature Center in Junction City. Bidders must submit detailed specifications including precise length and weight measurements for each rodent type, and all orders must be shipped within 30 days of order receipt.

The procurement includes preferences for certified Kansas businesses and disabled veteran-owned businesses, providing potential competitive advantages for these entities. Bidders are required to obtain the official invitation at least 24 hours before the bid closing time and submit a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue. Price adjustments may be requested annually but are limited to a maximum of 5% of the existing contract price. The State reserves the right to purchase from the open market and charge back any price differences if the contractor fails to meet delivery requirements. Payment terms are set at Net 30 days, and while specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the variety and quantity of rodents suggest a substantial annual procurement value. Potential vendors must carefully review the bid documents, prepare comprehensive proposals that meet the specific rodent specifications, and demonstrate the ability to consistently deliver high-quality feeder rodents to multiple Kansas wildlife and education facilities.