Purchase & Delivery of Triploid Grass Carp

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking competitive bids for the purchase and delivery of Triploid Grass Carp (TGC) to stock approved water bodies within Florida, with specific requirements for fish size ranging from 3-5 inches and 10-12 inches. This Invitation to Bid (ITB) encompasses a one-year contract with an option to renew for an additional year, targeting an estimated annual quantity between 4,550 and 8,813 adult and fingerling carp. Bidders must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) system and with Sunbiz prior to bid opening, and must provide comprehensive documentation including a U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Permit and certification verifying 100% triploid status. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest total bid price, with FWC Regional Biologists conducting random sampling upon delivery to verify fish size, count, and health. Bids are due by 2:00 PM ET on November 5, 2024, with an anticipated award date of November 12, 2024, and bidders are required to submit pricing for both with and without delivery included.

The solicitation encourages participation from minority, women, and veteran-owned business enterprises, providing opportunities for diverse vendors to compete for the contract. Vendors must submit a price per delivered fish, including a delivery fee per loaded mile, which will apply regardless of order quantity. No specific incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation, and the contract allows flexibility for the FWC Hatchery to purchase fingerlings for their tanks. While no explicit budget range is provided, the solicitation suggests significant annual procurement potential based on the estimated fish quantities. The contract will enable FWC to stock approved water bodies across Florida, with the successful bidder responsible for providing healthy, certified triploid grass carp that meet strict biological and documentation requirements. Interested vendors should carefully review all specifications and ensure compliance with registration and documentation prerequisites before submitting their bids.