Minnesota Supplier Systems #G0210-2000018599

Minnesota DNR Aquafeed Procurement for Trout and Muskellunge Hatcheries

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking suppliers for specially formulated aquafeed for trout and muskellunge hatcheries statewide. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Admin/State Procurement, Office of State Procurement - OEMs and Brands Referenced: - BioVita, BioClark's, BioTrout, BioBrood, BioPro, Rangen, Classic, Oncor, Optiline, Protec, Otohime - Products Requested: - Aquafeed and medicated feed for trout (multiple formulations, sizes, and nutritional profiles) - Aquafeed for trout (starter, fry, broodstock, floating/sinking, semi-float options) - Aquafeed for muskellunge (Otohime series, weaning diets) - Medicated feeds (Aquaflor, TM-200, Aqua-100, extra vitamins, astaxanthin, oxytet, florfenical) - Feed additives (Vitamin Pack, Astaxanthin at various ppm levels) - All feeds must be available in 50-pound bags - Notable Requirements: - Minnesota Department of Agriculture registration required for aquafeed sales - Compliance with FDA Good Manufacturing Practices - Product guarantees and documentation must be provided upon request - Responders may propose alternative brands if they meet proximate analysis specifications - Quarterly scheduled deliveries with additional as-needed orders - Diversity and inclusion encouraged (small, minority, women, veteran, and economically disadvantaged businesses) - Estimated Contract Value: - $175,000–$190,000 annually - Contract Term: - Approximately 14.5 months, with potential renewal options - Line Items: - Detailed feed types, sizes, and medicated options for trout and muskellunge - Multiple brands and formulations referenced; alternative equivalents allowed

Description

This Request for Proposal (RFP) aims to establish additional contracts for supplying and delivering specially formulated aquafeed for trout and muskellunge species to multiple hatchery locations of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The procurement is divided into three categories: 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 name products meeting specified proximate analysis and must submit questions by September 23, 2026.

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