Indiana Department of Administration #003000000088274

Indiana DNR Solicits Fish Feed Supply for State Hatcheries

Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR), through the Indiana Department of Administration, is seeking bids to supply fish feed for seven state fish hatcheries. - Government Buyer: - Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Indiana Department of Administration, Procurement Division - Products/Services Requested: - Fish feed for various life stages and species, including: - Starter Feed (Fry Life-Stage #1, #2, 0.7 mm, and 1.0 mm): 15,000 lbs - Granule or Grower Feed (Fingerling Life-Stage, 1.5 mm and 2.0 mm): 33,000 lbs - Pellet Feed (Production and Broodstock Life-Stage, 2.5 mm to 5.0 mm): 120,000 lbs - Pellet Feed (Fish Brood Life-Stage, 6.0 mm): 2,500 lbs - Total estimated annual quantity: 170,500 lbs - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors must comply with detailed fish feed specifications and packaging requirements - Quarterly deliveries with estimated seasonal feed orders - Encouragement of Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business (IVOSB) participation, with a required subcontractor commitment form - Pricing must remain firm for at least 180 days from award - No specific OEMs or brand names are mentioned; the solicitation is open to all qualified suppliers meeting the technical specifications.

Description

The Fish Feed Contract is essential to the fishing program of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The contract supports fish hatcheries that stock streams, lakes, and State Properties with various types of fish including Coho, Salmon, Trout, Catfish, Walleye, and Large Mouth Bass. The purpose of the contract is to provide quality feed to maintain a healthy and viable fish population for the program. The solicitation is posted on the Indiana Department of Administration procurement portal with a response deadline of September 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.

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