NR24-004 Seed Mix

The State of California, through the Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), is seeking bids for the provision of a seed mix comprised of 12 seed varieties and rice hulls for distribution. The seed mix, totaling 1,900 pounds in 38 bags of 50 pounds each, is required to be delivered and off-loaded to the CDFW office in Yreka, California by October 1, 2024. The contract opportunity, identified as NR24-004 Seed Mix, is being issued for the jurisdiction of Siskiyou County. Bidders must indicate if their product complies with the specifications and confirm that the equipment is new. Shipping charges must be incorporated into the price, and only F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid bids will be accepted. Responses to the Request for Quotation (RFQ) are due by August 12, 2024, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all administrative and technical requirements.

The state has implemented requirements related to the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technology, and bidders must disclose if their solution includes or makes available any GenAI technology. Additionally, the contract opportunity includes small business and disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) preferences, as well as requirements related to the Darfur Contracting Act and payee data records. The state has not provided any information about the incumbent vendor or current contractors, nor any budget ranges or award values for the contract.