Live Traps

The South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks (SDGFP) is soliciting bids for an annual contract to purchase live animal traps, with an initial procurement of 500 traps to be delivered by March 1, 2023. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 23IFB8352, specifically targeting live traps with precise technical specifications. These traps must be constructed with a 12 inch x 14 inch x 36 inch fully-welded 1/4 inch steel wire frame and 14 gauge 1 inch x 1 inch galvanized wire mesh. The contract covers Harding County (FIPS Code 46063) and involves a statewide procurement strategy. Potential vendors can obtain additional information by contacting John Kanta at 605-716-1781. The bid due date is January 26, 2023, with an expectation of delivery by March 1, 2023. Vendors located in South Dakota will have delivery coordinated by SDGFP, while out-of-state vendors must deliver FOB Destination.

The procurement documents do not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the available documentation. The Vendor Manual suggests potential preferences for resident businesses and goods manufactured in South Dakota, which could provide a competitive advantage for local vendors. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the initial order encompasses 500 traps, indicating a potentially substantial contract value. The procurement follows standard South Dakota Office of Procurement Management protocols, which include provisions for Firm Fixed Price Contracts and require prompt payment within 45 days of goods and services delivery. Vendors should carefully review the technical specifications and be prepared to meet the precise trap construction requirements outlined in the IFB documentation.