Sauvie Island Wildlife Area Corn Fertilizer Purchase and Delivery

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is seeking a vendor to purchase and deliver 18 tons of corn fertilizer for the Sauvie Island Wildlife Area through an Open Market Bid (Solicitation S-63500-00013416). The specific fertilizer requirements include a 26-12-10-4 nutrient blend, to be delivered in two phases: an initial 5-ton tote transported on a tandem axle trailer, with the remaining 13 tons delivered via tender upon wildlife area staff request. Delivery must occur by May 15th, 2025, to the Sauvie Island wildlife area shop located at 29005 NW Reeder Rd, Portland, OR 97231. Vendors must submit their proposals electronically through OregonBuys by 3:00 PM on April 14th, 2025, and must be registered on the platform to participate. The fertilizer must meet precise specifications, including a nutrient breakdown of 26% total nitrogen (5.8% ammoniacal and 20.2% urea), 12% available phosphate, 10% soluble potash, and 4% sulfur, derived from specific chemical compounds. Potential bidders may submit questions via email up to three business days before the bid close date, though responses are not guaranteed.

The procurement encourages participation from certified firms, particularly those registered with the Certification Office for Business Inclusion and Diversity (COBID). Vendors must provide a complete delivery schedule with their proposal, understanding that incomplete or late submissions may result in bid rejection. The solicitation follows state procurement guidelines for small procurements under OAR 125-247-0265, with no protest mechanisms available. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement includes a sample Purchase Order with comprehensive standard terms and conditions covering areas such as workers' compensation, delivery protocols, warranty provisions, and compliance obligations. The procurement also incorporates federal grant compliance requirements, which include regulations on equal employment opportunity, wage standards, workplace safety, and environmental guidelines. Vendors must be prepared to adhere to extensive federal and state regulatory standards, with specific requirements varying based on the contract's monetary value.