IFB HSR26-27 Goat Grazing Services in Madera, CA

The California High-Speed Rail Authority is soliciting bids for goat grazing services on Authority-owned properties in Madera County, with bids due August 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM. The procurement includes a 25 percent Small Business utilization goal (with a 3 percent Microbusiness carveout), a 3 percent Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation goal, and offers a 5 percent SB bid preference and 3–5 percent DVBE incentive to eligible contractors.

The scope covers livestock (goats and/or sheep), fencing, transportation, hydration, labor, tools, materials, equipment, and travel to perform grazing services on two parcels totaling approximately 27.91 acres: a 19.10-acre vacant agricultural parcel at Avenue 17, Madera, CA 93638 and an 8.81-acre vacant residential parcel at 27538 Avenue 17, Madera, CA 93638. Services are to be provided on an as-needed basis, available 24/7 unless otherwise approved by the Authority Contract Manager. Bidders must possess a current valid Motor Carrier Permit from the California Department of Motor Vehicles to transport livestock and maintain Commercial General Liability insurance ($1 million per occurrence, $2,500 deductible), Livestock Transit/Cargo Coverage ($2,000 deductible), Livestock Mortality/Theft Coverage, Automobile Liability coverage ($1 million combined single limit), and Workers' Compensation insurance with employer liability limits of not less than $1 million.

The contract term runs from September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with an Authority option to extend for an additional twelve months on identical terms. Bidding is on a per-acre rate basis covering all labor, equipment, materials, and incidentals. Written questions are due August 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM; written responses will be released August 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Bid opening is August 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM at Authority Headquarters in Sacramento. Contractors must submit monthly progress reports documenting Small Business and DVBE utilization and comply with all California labor and livestock health regulations.