Fish Transporter Tank

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for a specialized Fish Transporter Tank through solicitation number JD21-28, seeking to procure a single 200-gallon volume tank designed to fit within a pickup truck bed. The procurement was publicly posted on April 9, 2021, with responses due by April 19, 2021, at 4:00 PM MDT. The RFQ targeted a specific aquaculture equipment procurement, with detailed specifications outlined in the accompanying Scope of Work document. Evaluation criteria focused on vendor responsiveness and lowest cost, strictly adhering to Utah State Procurement Code and Administrative Code. Vendors were required to complete prerequisite questions and provide comprehensive company information to be considered for award. The contract specified a delivery deadline before June 30, 2021, and utilized commodity codes related to animal containment, live animals, fishing equipment, and aquaculture supplies.

The solicitation did not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement process was open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the precise tank specifications. Justin Dalton was designated as the primary contact for the procurement event. While the document indicates J.L. Eagar, Inc. was ultimately awarded the contract, no specific budget range or award value was explicitly stated in the available documentation. The RFQ prohibited multiple or alternate quotes, emphasizing a straightforward, competitive quote process focused on obtaining a precisely specified fish transport tank for the Division of Wildlife Resources' operational needs in Southern Utah. The procurement followed standard state procurement protocols, with a clear focus on obtaining a functional, purpose-built equipment solution for wildlife management activities.