Live Fish - Northern Nevada

The Nevada State Purchasing Division, on behalf of the Nevada Department of Wildlife, is seeking bids for a live fish procurement contract covering Northern Nevada. The solicitation (ITB #72DOW-S3149) requires vendors to supply specific fish species, including Channel Catfish, Wipers, and Bluegill, all ranging from 6-8 inches in size and certified disease-free. The initial delivery must occur by mid-June 2025, with subsequent deliveries negotiated between the state and vendor. Delivery locations span multiple Northern Nevada sites, including Elko, Rye Patch Reservoir, Lahontan Reservoir, and various ponds and lakes in Reno, Washoe County, Gardnerville, Fallon, and Winnemucca. Key procurement dates include vendor questions due by February 11, 2025, and a bid submission deadline of March 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM PST. Vendors must maintain a mortality rate below 2.5% and include all delivery charges within their fish pricing. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis with an initial two-year term and potential extensions by mutual agreement.

While there are no specific set-asides for Minority Business Enterprise, Women Business Enterprise, or Small Business entities, the state encourages participation from these categories. Vendors are required to provide a discount percentage from their regular product line for additional items beyond those specifically listed in the invitation to bid. The contract terms include standard Nevada state procurement conditions, such as a potential administrative fee of up to 1% and preferences for Nevada-based businesses (5%) and veteran-owned businesses (5%). Pricing must remain firm for the entire contract term and any extensions, with payments typically processed within 30-45 days of invoice receipt and agency approval. Vendors must submit quotes through the NevadaEPro procurement system, following detailed submission instructions. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the fish procurement suggests a significant contract value spanning multiple Northern Nevada wildlife and recreational sites.