Fish feed

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) Fisheries Management Division is seeking a four-year price agreement for trout fish feed through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) released by the State of New Mexico General Services Department Purchasing Division. The procurement seeks approximately 1,000,000 pounds of trout feed annually to be delivered to six state hatcheries, with specific requirements for feed types including Fry Diet, Fingerling Diet, Production Diet, and Broodstock Diet. Bidders must be feed manufacturers with a minimum of two years proven production and sales in western state hatcheries, and must provide detailed nutritional specifications meeting strict protein, fat, fiber, and ash content requirements. The bid requires electronic submission through the eProNM system by October 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with potential for multiple award recipients to ensure availability and timely delivery. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest total cost, with provisions for annual price adjustments not exceeding 10% and subject to state approval. Additional requirements include biannual testing for inorganic arsenic, mandatory vitamin and mineral supplements, and comprehensive packaging and delivery protocols.

Bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an active status, indicating federal contracting compliance requirements. The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but does emphasize vendor qualifications and proven performance in western state hatchery markets. The contract allows for both large truckload deliveries of at least 42,000 pounds and smaller lots of 100-500 pounds, providing flexibility for the state's procurement needs. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the annual procurement volume of 1,000,000 pounds suggests a substantial contract value. The state reserves the right to terminate the agreement with 30 days' written notice and maintains the option to purchase feed from alternative suppliers under specific circumstances. The contract also includes provisions for medicated feed options and feed additives, further expanding the potential scope of the procurement. The multiple award approach indicates the state's intent to ensure robust and reliable feed supply for its trout hatchery operations.