P23-1558 RFQ wheat millfeed

The State of California, through the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of 861 bags of "pesticide-free" wheat millfeed, packaged in 50 lb. bags, to be ordered on an "as-needed basis" during the contract term of 5/1/24 - 6/30/24. The wheat millfeed is an essential component in the larval rearing diet of the Mediterranean fruit fly. Bids are due by 5:00 PM PT on 5/10/24, and questions are due by 12:00 PM PT on 5/7/24. The RFQ includes general provisions, required certifications, and instructions for claiming small business, microbusiness, and disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) preferences. Payment will be made in accordance with the California Prompt Payment Act, and the contract may be terminated if the contractor is found to be a target of economic sanctions against Russia. Bids will be evaluated on an "all or none" basis.

The RFQ offers preferences for certified small businesses, microbusinesses, and DVBEs, as well as non-small businesses with at least 25% small business subcontractor participation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and the RFQ does not provide any information about award values or budget ranges. The wheat millfeed will be used to feed Mediterranean Fruit Flies in the state of California.