Opportunity
Indiana Department of Administration #003000000088191
Indiana DNR Solicits 30,070 Certified Fingerling Walleye for Lake Stocking
Posted
August 08, 2026
Respond By
September 07, 2026
Identifier
003000000088191
NAICS
112511, 112519
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Fish & Wildlife, is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of fingerling walleye for lake stocking in Northern Indiana. - Government Buyer: - Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Fish & Wildlife - Products/Services Requested: - 30,070 fingerling walleye (6 to 8 inches in length) - Distribution by lake: - Lake Maxinkuckee: 18,540 fish - Crooked Lake: 8,280 fish - Pretty Lake: 1,840 fish - Wall Lake: 1,410 fish - All fish must be: - Great Lakes Genetic Strain - Certified VHS and Heterosporosis free - Zebra mussel free - Sourced from a licensed aquaculture facility - Delivery to all specified lakes in Indiana included in pricing - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Disease and invasive species certification required - Supplier must be a licensed aquaculture facility - All prices must be valid for 30 days after bid due date and include all charges - Delivery expected in October/November - Contract may be renewed by mutual consent for up to four years total - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
This solicitation is a request for quotation (RFQ) for a one-year contract to purchase 6 to 8 inch fingerling walleye for stocking multiple lakes in Northern Indiana. The total quantity required is 30,070 fingerlings with expected delivery in October or November 2026. The fingerlings must be Great Lakes Genetic Strain, VHS and Heterosporosis Free Certified, Zebra Mussel Free, and supplied by a Licensed Aquaculture Facility. Pricing must include delivery to various locations in Indiana including Wall Lake, Pretty Lake, Crooked Lake, and Lake Maxinkuckee, and must be valid for 30 days after the response due date including all charges.