Fish and Wildlife Region 3 Trophy Trout 2024-2025 R3FIC2425TROPHY

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is seeking to procure live trophy (2-pound) rainbow trout for its Region 3 Fishing in the City program through a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The RFQ specifies the delivery of a total of 7,150 pounds of trophy trout to various locations in Northern California counties, including Contra Costa, between December 2024 and April 2025. The trout must meet stringent quality and aquatic invasive species monitoring requirements, and bidders must adhere to administrative terms such as providing a California seller's permit, completing certification forms, and complying with the state's Darfur Contracting Act. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all technical and administrative requirements. CDFW reserves the right to adjust the delivery schedule and quantities as needed to meet program requirements, and the contract is for a single term with no renewal options stated.

The RFQ includes preference terms for small businesses and disabled veteran business enterprises (DVBEs). Bidders must complete a Bidder Declaration form providing information about their certification status and any use of subcontractors. The Darfur Contracting Act Certification is also required, in which bidders must disclose any business activities or operations outside the United States. Additionally, any bidder using or offering generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technology must complete a GenAI Reporting and Factsheet form. The procurement does not appear to have any listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the RFQ does not specify a budget range or award value.