Rainbow Trout - MDC

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFPC30034902400236) seeking a vendor to supply 83,000 units of Rainbow Trout to be delivered to various MDC hatchery locations throughout the state. The solicitation, which opened on September 21, 2023, requires vendors to submit electronic proposals through the MissouriBUYS system by October 12, 2023, at 2:00 PM CDT. Vendors must complete Exhibit A and any other applicable exhibits, and are required to specify the precise source of their Rainbow Trout, including detailed information about specific lakes or streams when possible. The contract is structured with an initial one-year base period and two optional one-year renewal periods, during which vendors can propose maximum percentage increases or minimum percentage decreases from the original pricing. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board (FOB) Destination, with payment terms set at Net 45 Days. The contact for any questions is Ashley D Hensley, who can be reached at 573-751-3331 or ashley.hensley@oa.mo.gov.

The solicitation is open to all vendors and does not include any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors are mentioned, and the documentation does not provide information about existing infrastructure or technology requirements for integration. Similarly, the solicitation does not disclose an estimated total contract value or specific budget range for the Rainbow Trout procurement. Vendors are expected to submit comprehensive proposals that detail their ability to meet the specified quantity and delivery requirements, with a focus on the origin and quality of the Rainbow Trout. The MDC appears to be seeking a flexible and reliable supplier capable of providing the specified quantity of trout across multiple hatchery locations throughout Missouri, with the potential for a multi-year partnership through the optional renewal periods.