California eProcure #RFQ-LRB-0627-01

CDFW procurement of up to 48,000 custom elastomer lobster trap tags

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking custom elastomer lobster trap tags for the upcoming season, with delivery split into two batches. - Government buyer: State of California, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), Business Management Branch; delivery is to West Sacramento. The attached recycled-content certification is for the State of California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). - Products and quantities: 46,800 first-batch tags and up to 1,200 second-batch tags, for up to 48,000 total. The documents list code 55121503 for the tag items; no separate manufacturer part number is provided. - Tag specifications: Injection-mold-grade elastomer, purple PMS 256U, with permanent black printing. Tags require CDFW identification, permit and serial numbers, year marking, a recycle code, and a molded grommet hole. They must be U.S.-manufactured, UV-, saltwater-, and marine-resistant, suitable for below-freezing temperatures, and capable of hot-foil stamping or laser etching. - Notable requirements: The supplier must provide proofs and weekly progress reports and follow specified packaging requirements. The second batch is produced from CDFW data files. The accompanying certification asks suppliers to report postconsumer recycled content for applicable product categories. - OEMs and vendors: No manufacturer, OEM, or vendor is named in the documents. - Delivery and term: The purchase-order period covers both batches. The first batch is due within 180 days after receipt of order; each second-batch shipment is due within 18 business days after the corresponding data file is provided. No annual subscription or option years are indicated.

Description

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is requesting quotations for 48,000 injection mold grade elastomer tags for the upcoming lobster season. Responses are due October 30, 2026, before 2:00 PM PDT, and delivery is to be completed within 180 days after receipt of order. Quotes must be FOB destination, freight prepaid, with shipping charges included in the quoted price. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting the stated requirements.

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