California eProcure #P26-0126A

California Department of Food & Agriculture solicits cotton plugs for fruit fly detection traps

The California Department of Food & Agriculture is seeking suppliers for cotton plugs used in exotic fruit fly detection traps. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Food & Agriculture - Delivery location: Anaheim, CA - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; Richmond #200512 referenced as a descriptive brand - Products Requested: - 100% cotton plugs, 2 inches long x 0.5 inch diameter, 1.5 grams each - Shape retained by braided rayon threads, tightly compressed, no holes/openings - Must absorb 5 ml liquid lure and pesticide mixture - Compatible with bait hanger clips for Jackson traps - Total quantity: 2,000,000 plugs (250 cases, 8,000 plugs per case) - Packaging: 4,000 plugs per bag, 2 bags per case - Unique Requirements: - No substitutions for cotton material allowed - Vendors must submit 200 samples for evaluation; samples tested for fit and absorption with minimum passing score of 95% - FOB Destination to Anaheim, CA with liftgate delivery required - Preferences for California Certified Small Businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE) - Richmond #200512 brand referenced as descriptive, not restrictive

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of cotton plugs used in exotic fruit fly detection traps. The cotton plugs must be 2 inches long by 0.5 inch diameter, made of 100% cotton, tightly compressed, and retain their shape with braided rayon threads. The plugs are to absorb a 5 ml liquid lure and pesticide mixture and be compatible with bait hanger clips for Jackson traps. The solicitation requires delivery to the Department of Food & Agriculture in Anaheim, CA, with samples to be submitted for evaluation prior to award.

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