P24-1489 Japanese Beetle Dual Lures

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Administrative Services Purchasing Unit has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) numbered P24-1489 for specialized pest control and monitoring products. The procurement seeks three specific items: 35,000 Pherocon Japanese Beetle Dual Lures with Disc, 800 cases of Pherocon WHF and CFF Peelable Superchargers (totaling 20,000 superchargers), and 500 Storgard Aphis Khapra Beetle Wall Trap Kits. These products are intended for statewide distribution, specifically for Japanese beetle monitoring, exotic fruit fly trapping, and enhanced/UGT additional trapping. The solicitation requires vendors to submit detailed quotes on company letterhead, including comprehensive freight and handling charges, with all products being new and in current production. Responses are due by 5:00 PM PT on May 28, 2025, with delivery scheduled to the Department of Food & Agriculture at 2423 E Winston Road in Anaheim, California. The contract will be awarded on an "All or None" basis, with the state reserving the right to reject any bids and request additional information from potential contractors.

The RFQ includes several small business preferences and set-aside provisions, offering a 5% preference for California Certified Small Businesses and opportunities for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE). Bidders must complete multiple attachments, including a Bidder Declaration, Recycling Content Certification, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and a Generative AI Disclosure. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves significant quantities of specialized pest monitoring equipment. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with various state contracting regulations and requires vendors to provide F.O.B. Destination responses. Potential contractors must demonstrate the ability to supply high-quality, specialized pest control equipment meeting precise specifications for agricultural and pest management applications. The comprehensive requirements suggest a rigorous evaluation process focused on product quality, technical specifications, and vendor compliance with state procurement guidelines.