P25-0528 Bait Hanger Clips

The California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) P25-0528 for Bait Hanger Clips, specifically targeting Jackson Traps for agricultural or pest management purposes. The procurement seeks 750 cases of bait hanger clips, with each case containing 10 bundles of 25 clips per bag and 4 bags per case, totaling 750,000 clips. The technical specifications require 16 gauge galvanized wire clips with a pre-bent design, featuring a 1-inch top width, 2-inch length, and a 90-degree bend. The solicitation is for non-IT goods and will be awarded on an "All or None" basis. Key procurement dates include a question submission deadline of October 9, 2025, with answers published via addendum on October 13, 2025, and a final response deadline of October 16, 2025, at 5 PM PT. The delivery destination is the Department of Food & Agriculture in Anaheim, CA, with FOB Destination responses only. Bidders must submit several attachments, including a Bidder Declaration, Recycling Content Certification, and Darfur Contracting Act Certification.

The solicitation includes several preference and certification requirements that may limit or provide advantages to certain vendors. There is a 5% preference for California Certified Small Businesses and provisions for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation. Bidders may be required to provide a Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number, as the procurement is partially funded by federal funds. The contract emphasizes compliance with state regulations, including small business participation, recycled content requirements, and ethical business practices. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the total volume of 750,000 clips suggests a potentially significant procurement. The technical specifications, endorsed by USDA and APHIS (Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service), indicate this is part of a specialized agricultural or pest management equipment procurement process. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to meet precise manufacturing specifications, including the use of 16 gauge wire with a bright cadmium plating finish and adherence to the detailed packaging requirements of 10 bundles of 25 clips per bag and 4 bags per case.