Six-Compartment Aluminum Fish Hauling Tank for Little Grassy Fish Hatchery

The state of Illinois is seeking bids for the procurement of a new six (6)-compartment aluminum fish hauling tank to be used at the Little Grassy Fish Hatchery. The tank must be constructed with at least 0.190 inch 5052 aluminum interior walls and 0.125 inch 5052 aluminum exterior walls, with six individual, insulated compartments and features including sloped floors, discharge ports, aerator openings, hatch lids, and lift points. Qualified bidders must have prior experience fabricating multi-compartment fish hauling tanks with total capacities exceeding 1,000 gallons. The specification sheet provides detailed technical requirements, but does not include pricing terms or funding information. The bid submission deadline is December 1, 2021.

The state's standard certifications and terms and conditions apply to this contract opportunity, covering compliance with civil rights laws, prohibition on forced or child labor, employment of existing bargaining unit employees, and restrictions on political contributions. COVID-19 protocols outlined in recent Executive Orders must also be followed. No set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond were provided in the information given. The state did not list any incumbent vendors or budget ranges for the procurement.