Opportunity
El Paso Ionwave #2026-0330
El Paso Zoo Department Solicits Bids for Hay, Straw, and Pine Shavings
Posted
May 05, 2026
Respond By
June 03, 2026
Identifier
2026-0330
NAICS
424590
The City of El Paso Zoo Department is seeking bids for the supply of animal bedding and feed materials. - Government Buyer: - City of El Paso, Zoo Department - Products Requested: - Grass Hay: 900 bales - Alfalfa Hay: 300 bales - Straw (2-string): 600 bales - Medium Flake Pine Shavings: 2,000 bags - Procurement Details: - Award will be made by line item - Shipping and handling must be included in the total price - Contract allows ordering as needed, primarily for the Zoo Department; other city departments may order with written authorization - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must comply with Texas Government Code certifications (boycotting energy companies, non-discrimination against firearm/ammunition industries, boycotting Israel) - Required forms: conflict of interest, campaign contribution disclosure, and Form 1295 (Disclosure of Interested Parties) - No specific OEMs or brand names are specified; solicitation is open to all qualified suppliers
Description
The City of El Paso is soliciting bids for Grass, Hay, Alfalfa, and Pine Shavings primarily for the Zoo Department. The contract allows the City to order supplies and/or services from one or more successful bidders as needed. Only personnel from the Zoo Department are authorized to place orders directly against this contract, with other departments requiring written authorization. The award will be made by line item, and shipping and handling must be included in the total price.