Skretting ORI-One Rotifer Diet

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 802-26-66827 for a blanket contract to procure Skretting ORI-One rotifer diet for aquaculture purposes. The procurement seeks 345 kilograms of specialized algae-based powder rotifer diet to be delivered on an as-needed basis to two TPWD facilities: Sea Center Texas in Lake Jackson and Marine Development Center in Corpus Christi. The product specifications require a precise nutritional profile, including 5% moisture, 56% protein, 17% oil, and specific fatty acid compositions, packaged in 1.5kg foil-lined bags with an expiration date at least three months from delivery. Bids are due by 2:00 pm CST on August 15, 2025, with the contract term spanning from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027, and potential for up to two additional one-year renewals. The award will be determined based on best value criteria, which includes lowest price, vendor qualifications, delivery schedule, and past performance, with TPWD reserving the right to adjust quantities based on budgetary constraints and operational needs.

The solicitation includes provisions for historically underutilized businesses and contains anti-boycott statements, suggesting potential set-aside opportunities or preferences for disadvantaged enterprises. Price adjustments may be permitted at contract renewal based on the Producer Price Index, providing flexibility for vendor pricing. The bid includes various state and federal compliance requirements, which may impact vendor eligibility and participation. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the highly specialized nature of the rotifer diet suggests a targeted procurement for specific aquaculture nutritional needs. Though a precise budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for 345 kilograms of specialized dietary product, indicating a moderate-scale contract with potential for multi-year engagement. The contract's specificity, particularly the proprietary specifications for Skretting ORI-One, implies a technical procurement requiring vendors with specialized aquaculture nutritional expertise.