WLB-24-BG-0006, CA Milkweed for Cottonwood WA

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is soliciting quotations through Request for Quotation (RFQ) WLB-24-D-0006 for procuring native plant seeds, specifically 100 units of Asclepias californica (California milkweed) from northern California, preferably from Merced or surrounding counties. The procurement targets plants with a D-16 or similar ecotype, to be delivered by January 6, 2025. Bidders must indicate their ability to provide the specified item and disclose any potential deviations from the requirements. The contract will be awarded on an "All or None" basis, by individual group, or by individual line item, depending on what is deemed most advantageous to the State. Interested vendors must comply with multiple regulatory requirements, including possessing a California seller's permit, completing the Darfur Contracting Act certification, and submitting a Payee Data Record. The response deadline is November 20, 2024, and bidders are expected to provide comprehensive documentation including GenAI reporting and postconsumer recycled content certifications.

The procurement offers a 5% preference for California certified small businesses or non-small businesses demonstrating at least 25% small business subcontractor participation. Eligible participants include Micro Businesses (MB), Small Businesses (SB), and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE). Bidders must complete the Bidder Declaration form, detailing any subcontractors, their contact information, California certification status, specific work assignments, and corresponding percentage of the bid price. The contract will be subject to the State's General Provisions, with potential amendments executable upon mutual consent. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, vendors must demonstrate compliance with various state regulations, including reporting on generative AI usage, recycled content percentages, and adherence to contracting requirements related to business operations. The procurement covers jurisdictions including Merced County and Los Angeles City, indicating a broad geographic scope for potential bidders.