RFQ-2024-IDR6-006, Trout Eggs

The State of California, through the Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of 600,000 live domestic triploid rainbow trout eggs. The eggs must be in the eyed stage and have a minimum fertility rate of 95%. The selected supplier will be required to deliver the trout eggs to the Fillmore Hatchery on September 23, 2024. Interested bidders must submit their quotes by May 18, 2024, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The RFQ outlines specific requirements, such as scheduling the delivery with the CDFW Fish Hatchery Manager II during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

The RFQ includes provisions for small business preferences and disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) incentives. Bidders must complete the necessary forms and certifications, including the Darfur Contracting Act Certification, Payee Data Record, and Bidder Declaration. The RFQ also prohibits any additional terms or conditions submitted by the bidder and states that only the State's RFQ form will be considered. No information is provided about the incumbent vendor or the budget range for this contract opportunity.