California eProcure #RFQ-R5-0627-04

California Department of Fish & Wildlife Solicits Live Channel Catfish for Urban Lake Stocking

The California Department of Fish & Wildlife is seeking a supplier for live channel catfish to support its Fishing in the City Program. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Fish & Wildlife (primary contact: Lauren Crachy) - Products/Services Requested: - Approximately 8,950 pounds of live channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus) for urban lake stocking - Fish must be reared in California waters; importation from outside the state is prohibited - All fish must be free from aquatic invasive species and diseases, and meet strict health and quality standards - Supplier must be a State of California Registered Aquaculturist - Delivery must follow a specified schedule, with potential for additional orders up to 30,000 pounds during the contract term - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with state regulations on aquaculture and fish health - All equipment used must be new and current production - Certifications required: small business, recycled-content, and other compliance forms - Preference programs for small businesses and disabled veteran business enterprises - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the California Department of Fish & Wildlife for live channel catfish. The catfish are intended to stock lakes in support of the Fishing in the City Program. The contract requires the supplier to deliver approximately 8,950 pounds of live channel catfish, adhering to specified health and quality standards. The solicitation includes detailed specifications, delivery schedules, and compliance requirements for bidders.

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