P26-0293 - tattoo INK

The California Department of Food & Agriculture is requesting quotes for animal tattoo ink on a term purchase order basis, with responses due September 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM PT. A 5% preference applies to California Certified Small Businesses or non-small businesses claiming at least 25% California Certified Small Business subcontractor participation; DVBE participation is optional and will be considered under an incentive scale.

The scope comprises 486 cases of green tattoo ink (3 oz, 6-pack units) and 106 cases of black tattoo ink (3 oz, 6-pack units) for FY 2026/27, totaling 2,916 bottles of green ink and 636 bottles of black ink. Orders will be purchased on an as-needed basis and distributed to four district offices located in Ontario, Tulare, Redding, and Modesto. The Tulare District Office requires the largest volume at 2,700 bottles of green ink; the Redding District Office requires 600 bottles of black ink exclusively. The term purchase order runs through June 30, 2027, or until quantities are expended, whichever occurs first.

Award will be made on an "All or None" basis. Bidders must submit responses using only the state-provided RFQ form via email to CDFA.Acquisitions@cdfa.ca.gov with a copy to Crystal.Dawson@cdfa.ca.gov. All freight, shipping, and handling charges must be included in unit pricing on company letterhead, with delivery FOB Destination to the specified locations. Bidders must complete a recycled content certification form, provide a California Seller's Permit if applicable, submit a Payee Data Record (STD Form 204), and comply with Darfur Contracting Act Certification and GenAI Disclosure requirements. Questions are due August 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM PT; Q&A will be published via addendum on September 1, 2026. Payment follows the California Prompt Payment Act, with invoices due within 45 days of acceptance of goods or receipt of invoice, whichever is later.