RFQ-2026-IDR6-002

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is requesting quotations for 60,000 pounds of PR 1404 Beardless Wheat seeds under RFQ-2026-IDR6-002, with quotations due September 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM and opening at 3:00 PM the same day. A 5% preference applies to California-certified small businesses or non-small businesses with at least 25% California-certified small business subcontractor participation. This is a DVBE-set-aside opportunity requiring completion of the Disadvantaged Veterans Business Enterprise Declaration form; bidders must demonstrate DVBE eligibility to qualify.

Delivery is split between two locations: 30,500 pounds to Imperial Wildlife Area (8700 Davis Road, Niland, CA) and 29,500 pounds to San Jacinto Wildlife Area (17050 Davis Road, Lakeview, CA). Seeds must be delivered within 14 days after receipt of order, with target delivery October 1, 2026. All seeds must be packed in 50-pound bags on 40" x 48" shipping pallets. Pricing must be quoted all-inclusive, F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid, with 7.75% tax assessment applied based on delivery location. No additional charges are permitted after award.

Quotations must remain valid for a minimum of 60 days from issuance. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all administrative and technical requirements. All bidders must provide a California seller's permit number and complete mandatory certifications: Darfur Contracting Act Certification Form (DFW 1080), Payee Data Record Form (STD 204), Bidder Declaration Form (DFW 1082), and Postconsumer Recycled-Content Certification Form (CalRecycle 74). Written inquiries are due by 2:00 PM on September 1, 2026, with responses provided by 5:00 PM on September 2. Bidders may contact Cris Crecelius (760-636-6118) for Imperial Wildlife Area scheduling or Carlos Gutierrez (951-928-0580) for San Jacinto Wildlife Area scheduling.