Fish and Wildlife Region 3 Trophy Trout 2024-2025 R3FIC2425TROPHY

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of live Trophy (2lb) Rainbow Trout for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's (CDFW) Region 3 Fishing in the City program. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) specifies the required fish size, health, and delivery schedule for multiple locations in Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma Counties from December 2024 through April 2025. The total quantity of trout required is 7,150 pounds, with individual delivery quantities ranging from 250 to 900 pounds. Responses are due by September 20, 2024, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The RFQ outlines detailed specifications for the trout, including requirements for sterility, aquatic invasive species monitoring, and inspection procedures. Pricing will be evaluated on an "All or None" basis, by individual group, or by individual line item, whichever is deemed to be in the State's best interest.

The contract opportunity includes the option for small business and disabled veteran business enterprise preferences. Bidders will be required to complete a Bidder Declaration form, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and a Payee Data Record (STD 204 form). Additionally, bidders must disclose if they or their subcontractors will be using any Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) technology as part of the contract. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the detailed delivery schedule indicates a significant procurement for the Region 3 Fishing in the City program.