P24-0058 methyl eugenol & cuelure

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of Methyl Eugenol and Cuelure, which are lures used in the statewide fruit fly detection and eradication programs. The RFQ seeks 50 gallons each of Methyl Eugenol and Cuelure, with a due date for responses of 5:00 PM PT on August 8, 2024. The contract will be awarded on an "All or None" basis, and bidders must provide a detailed price quote on company letterhead, including freight, shipping, and handling charges. Delivery will be to the CDFA location in Spring Valley, CA, and payment terms include a cash discount option.

The RFQ outlines several preferences and requirements, including a 5% small business preference, a 5% non-small business subcontractor preference, and a DVBE participation incentive. Bidders must complete and submit several required documents, including the Bidder Declaration form, Recycling Content Certification, and Darfur Contracting Act Certification. The contract will be subject to the California Prompt Payment Act, requiring payment within 45 days of acceptance or receipt of an undisputed invoice. The contract value or budget range is not specified in the RFQ.