El Paso Ionwave #2026-0335

El Paso Zoo Department seeks multi-year supply of live rodents, rabbits, quails, and chicks

The City of El Paso's Zoo Department is seeking bids for a multi-year supply contract for live rodents, rabbits, quails, and chicks. - Government Buyer: - City of El Paso, Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department - Zoo Department is the primary end user - Products Requested: - Live mice in five size categories (Pinky 2-3g, Fuzzy 4-7g, Hoppers 8-12g, Small 13-17g, Adults 18-25g) - Live rats in three size categories (Small 50-89g, Medium 90-150g, Large 180-279g) - Live quail in two weight classes (30-49.99g, 115-185g) - Live chicks (28-40g) - Live rabbits in three weight classes (0.5 lb, 1 lb, 2-3 lb) - Approximate annual quantities specified for each item - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs mandated; potential suppliers include Animal Works LLC, Layne Labs, Rio Seco Ag and Supply - Notable Requirements: - Bidders must provide pricing for all items and all contract years - Only Zoo Department personnel may place orders directly; other departments require written authorization - Shipping and handling must be included in total price - Compliance with Texas laws on boycotts and discrimination required - Place of Performance: - Delivery to City of El Paso Zoo Department facilities - Contract Structure: - Multi-year contract with annual estimated quantities; award based on lowest total price for all years and items

Description

The City of El Paso is soliciting bids for rodents, rabbits, quails, and chicks primarily for the Zoo Department. The contract will be awarded to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidder based on total pricing for all years. The City shall order supplies and/or services from one or more successful bidders as needed, with only Zoo Department personnel authorized to place orders directly. Shipping and handling must be included in the total price, and failure to bid on all items will deem the bid non-responsive.

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