Sale of surplus fall chinook & coho salmon carcasses, 2026

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the purchase and removal of surplus Fall Chinook and Coho salmon carcasses generated during 2026 operations. Qualified bidders must submit sealed bids by the March 30, 2026 deadline, with contract award anticipated following evaluation and selection of the successful proposer. The procurement covers the full 2026 calendar year with potential for continuation based on carcass availability and mutual agreement between ODFW and the selected vendor. Bidders must be prepared to handle regular pickup or delivery schedules throughout the year as carcasses become available and are required to manage the logistics of collection and removal from designated ODFW locations. Site visits are available by appointment to allow potential bidders to assess collection locations and evaluate the scope of carcass quantities and removal operations. Pricing submissions must be structured as either per-unit costs or lump sum bids based on the anticipated volume of surplus carcasses. ODFW retains the right to reject any bids that do not meet specifications or requirements, with award to be made to the responsible bidder offering the best value to the state.

The ITB documentation does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or limitations on the types of organizations eligible to respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available procurement materials. The surplus salmon carcasses are intended for approved applications including agricultural use, animal feed production, fertilizer manufacturing, or other authorized purposes, indicating that bidders should demonstrate capability and appropriate permitting for their intended use of the materials. The sale of these carcasses generates revenue for ODFW and provides a cost-effective disposal method while delivering value to qualified purchasers. No specific award values or budget ranges are detailed in the procurement documentation provided.