JF27-111 Fish Habitat Structures for Pineview Reservoir

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing, conducting procurement on behalf of the DNR Division of Wildlife Resources, is requesting quotes for fish habitat structures for Pineview Reservoir under RFQ JF27-111, with quotes due October 2, 2026. The evaluation criterion is lowest cost; responsiveness to specification is mandatory, and multiple or alternate bids will not be accepted.

The scope requires up to 400 larger trees (54 inches maximum height, 116 square feet surface area, approximately 28 pounds each, with at least 90 habitat elements) and up to 500 smaller shrubs (42 inches maximum height, 84 square feet surface area, approximately 18 pounds each, with at least 84 habitat elements) — approximately 1,250 total structures. All structures must feature decay-resistant materials, integral anchoring systems with negative buoyancy, minimal assembly requirements, and snag-resistant design. The structures will be deployed in Pineview Reservoir during winter 2026 or after ice-off in winter 2027 to provide protective habitat for young-of-the-year fish and reduce annual stocking frequency. The project addresses insufficient cover habitat caused by annual water level fluctuations of up to 55 feet that prevent natural vegetation growth.

The project budget is $250,000. Delivery is required to 200 North 1000 West Building 13 A, Ogden, Utah 84401 (north half of building). The procurement is a cooperative agreement between the State of Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and Ogden City, with coordination required among water companies, the Bureau of Reclamation, State Parks, the United States Forest Service, and surrounding landowners. Any exceptions to the RFQ content, including specifications, must be protested in writing to the Division of Purchasing prior to the October 2 closing date.