# Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018599

Minnesota DNR Aquafeed Supply Contract for Trout and Muskellunge Hatcheries

**Posted:** September 10, 2026
**Respond By:** October 01, 2026
**Identifier:** 2000018599
**NAICS:** 311119

Minnesota's Department of Natural Resources is seeking suppliers for a statewide contract to provide specially formulated aquafeed for trout and muskellunge at multiple hatchery locations.
- Government Buyer:
  - State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Office of State Procurement
- Products Requested:
  - Aquafeed for trout and muskellunge, including medicated and non-medicated formulations
  - Multiple proprietary and equivalent brands referenced: BioVita, BioClark's, BioTrout, BioBrood, BioPro2, Rangen, Classic, Oncor, Optiline, Protec, OTOHIME
  - Feed sizes range from starter mash (#0) up to 9.5 mm pellets, with sinking, floating, slow sink, and semi-float options
  - Medicated feeds include Aquaflor, TM-200, Aqua-100, and feeds with extra vitamins or astaxanthin (40-80 ppm)
  - Feed additives: Vitamin Pack, Oxytet, Florfenical
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No single OEM mandated; referenced brands include Bio-Oregon, Rangen, OTOHIME, Skretting, and others
  - Responders may propose alternative brand name products meeting specified nutritional requirements
- Notable Requirements:
  - All aquafeed must meet detailed proximate analysis and nutritional specifications
  - Suppliers must be registered with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture for aquafeed sales
  - Compliance with FDA Good Manufacturing Practices required
  - Product guarantees and documentation must be provided upon request
  - Quarterly scheduled deliveries, plus as-needed orders
- Estimated Contract Value:
  - $175,000 to $190,000 for the contract term
- Period of Performance:
  - Approximately 14.5 months, from contract start to end, with no option years specified

### Description

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MnDNR) for supplying and delivering specially formulated aquafeed for trout and muskellunge species. The contract covers multiple hatchery locations throughout Minnesota and is divided into three categories of aquafeed products: Aquafeed and Medicated Feed for Trout, Aquafeed for Trout, and Aquafeed for Muskellunge. The contract term is anticipated from October 19, 2026, to December 31, 2027, with an estimated contract value between $175,000 and $190,000. Responders may propose alternative brand products for approval and must submit proposals through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by October 1, 2026.

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