Pheasants for Stocked Hunt in November 2022

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is seeking to procure a supply of pheasants for a stocked hunt event scheduled for November 19-20, 2022. The department requires a total of 1,136 pheasants, with half being roosters and half being hens. The successful bidder will be responsible for providing the pheasants, as well as handling the mileage, delivery, crate charges, and retrieval. Bidders must have at least 3 years of experience providing similar products and submit references. Pricing shall be firm fixed and include all associated costs. Bids are due by June 7, 2022 at 2:00 pm local time, and the state may award one-time or multiple contracts to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s).

There is no Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) subcontracting goal or Small Business Preference for this solicitation. The contract is for a one-time delivery with no renewal options. The state has not provided any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor have they specified a budget range for this procurement. Bidders must demonstrate that the pheasants originated from a U.S. Pullorum-Typhoid Clean Flock or have been tested negative for Pullorum-Typhoid not more than 90 days prior to the event.