FY2023-3, 500 live adult bobwhite quails

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game, Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (DFG-DFW) is seeking bids for the procurement of 3,500 live adult bobwhite quails. The delivery period for the quails is between October 11, 2022 and November 23, 2022, with Monday delivery preferred. Vendors must have at least 3 years of experience in game bird production and provide references from prior clients. Bidders must specify the maximum number of birds they can supply and provide unit pricing for birds delivered to the Southeast Wildlife District as well as for birds picked up at the vendor's facility. The award will be based on factors such as cost, product and service quality, Massachusetts agricultural vendor preference, and proximity to the delivery site. Bids are due by February 25, 2022, and the anticipated contract start date is March 31, 2022. The contract has an initial term of 12 months with three optional 12-month renewal periods, for a total maximum duration of 4 years.

This is a Small Procurement targeted to verified small businesses participating in the Commonwealth's Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP). Subcontracting is limited to 20% of the total contract value unless it is with another SBPP participant. The estimated procurement value is $20,000. The Commonwealth reserves the right to reject any or all bids and make awards deemed to be in the best interest of the Commonwealth. No incumbent vendor information is provided.