IDNR Pheasant Feed 2026

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) 26-422DNR-LNDMG-B-50826 for pheasant feed supply to support three Wildlife Propagation Centers located in Lincoln, Wilmington, and Mt. Vernon, Illinois that breed pheasants for the state's Controlled Pheasant Hunting Program. The procurement solicits four formulations of specialized poultry feed—starter (27% protein crumbles), grower (20% protein 1/8-inch pellets), maintenance (13% protein 3/16-inch pellets), and breeder (17% protein 3/16-inch pellets)—meeting detailed nutritional specifications including precise amino acid ratios, vitamin and mineral premix compositions, and approved ingredient lists. Annual feed requirements total approximately 866 tons across the three facilities, with deliveries required in bulk quantities of approximately 24 tons per load within ten days of order receipt. Bidders must be experienced in poultry feed manufacturing and capable of meeting strict ingredient and nutritional specifications outlined in the contract documents. The solicitation was posted January 27, 2026, with a submission deadline of February 11, 2026, through the BidBuy electronic portal only; bids must remain firm for 90 days from opening and will be evaluated based on lowest total price for responsive and responsible bidders. Award was made to Pike Feeds, Inc. on February 18, 2026, for a total initial contract value of $343,286.00 covering the period from March 6, 2026, through March 5, 2027.

The contract carries no Business Enterprise Program (BEP) or Veterans Business Program (VBP) set-aside requirements, with both designations listed at zero percent utilization. All bidders were required to submit vendor disclosures (either IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure or standard Vendor Disclosure forms), an Offer to the State of Illinois, and compliance certifications including Standard Illinois Certifications and Standard Terms and Conditions. Vendors must maintain General Commercial Liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, plus Auto Liability coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence; subcontracts valued at $100,000 or more require disclosure and certification. The initial contract term runs from March 6, 2026, through March 5, 2027, with renewal options available for up to three additional one-year periods, subject to state appropriations and performance. All deliveries must be provided in bulk form augured directly into the agency's holding areas at the three specified Wisconsin locations, with pricing to be firm and inclusive of all delivery costs. The contract is governed by Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions, including prevailing wage compliance, equal opportunity requirements, and compliance with applicable state and federal laws.