P25-0022 Muriatic Acid

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Administrative Services Purchasing Unit has issued an informal competitive Request for Quote (RFQ) designated as P25-0022 for the procurement of Muriatic Acid. The solicitation seeks 36 drums of muriatic acid to be ordered on an "as needed" basis, with a minimum order requirement of 4 drums per purchase. The blanket purchase order will cover the period from execution date through June 30, 2026, with the primary objective of adjusting pH levels to optimize larval diet. Key submission requirements include multiple attachments such as a Bidder Declaration, Recycling Content Certification, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and a Generative AI Disclosure. The RFQ has specific timeline parameters: questions are due by 12:00 PM Pacific Time on July 29, 2025, and final responses must be received by 3:00 PM Pacific Time on August 7, 2025. The delivery location is specified as the Department of Food & Agriculture at 41-650 Waikupanaha Street in Waimanalo, Hawaii.

The solicitation includes notable small business preferences, offering a 5% preference for California Certified Small Businesses and opportunities for non-small businesses to participate by claiming at least 25% small business subcontractor involvement. Provisions emphasize commercially useful function (CUF) requirements for small businesses and disabled veteran business enterprises. The state has incorporated various regulatory compliance measures, including recycled content requirements and provisions related to state sanctions. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement is structured as a blanket purchase order with flexible ordering capabilities. The CDFA reserves the right to reject any or all bids, indicating a competitive and selective procurement process. Potential bidders must carefully review and comply with the detailed requirements outlined in the RFQ, including certifications related to recycled content, Darfur Contracting Act, and generative AI usage.