WLB-25-L-0008 Seeds

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ-WLB-25-L-0008) seeking approximately 54,645 pounds of agricultural seeds for wildlife habitat restoration across five wildlife areas: Honey Lake, Mendota, Los Banos, Imperial, and San Jacinto. The specific seed types include Forerunner Triticale, Austrian Winter Pea, Hairy Vetch, WB Patron Wheat, UC 937 Barley, and Beardless Wheat, which will be used to provide nesting habitat and support wildlife ecosystems. The seeds must be untreated and delivered in 25-50 pound polywoven bags by December 1, 2025, with quotes due on October 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Quotes must remain valid for 60 days after issuance, and the contract will be awarded on an "All or None" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Evaluation criteria include compliance with multiple state requirements, including recycled content certifications, Darfur Contracting Act compliance, and submission of required documentation such as Seller's Permit and Bidder Declaration Form.

The procurement includes several set-aside and preference provisions, notably a 5% preference for California Certified Small Businesses and a 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement. Bidders must complete multiple compliance forms, including a Postconsumer Recycled-Content Certification, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and a Bidder Declaration form detailing any subcontractors. The solicitation includes specific provisions regarding Russian sanctions and requires vendors to certify their business activities. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive seed procurement suggests a significant contract opportunity for agricultural seed suppliers who can meet the state's strict compliance and documentation requirements. In the event of a tie between bidders, the contract will be determined by a coin toss, with the state reserving the right to award by individual group or line item based on its best interests.