Formalin for Dworshak NFH
ID: 140FGA24Q0040Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, GAOAFalls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing (339920)

PSC

STORAGE TANKS (5430)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/04e8508925154be0a6f18b9c40f05bae/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is seeking quotes for the procurement of formalin to treat adult Chinook salmon and steelhead trout at the Dworshak National Fish Hatchery (DNFH) in Orofino, Idaho. The contract requires the delivery of seven totes, each containing 275 gallons of formalin with specific chemical concentrations, by September 15, 2024, to ensure effective treatment for parasites affecting the fish. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the health of salmonid populations and supports the hatchery's operational needs. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by September 18, 2024, and can contact Justine Coleman at justine_pasiecnik@fws.gov or 413-253-8287 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Coleman, Justine
    (413) 253-8287
    413253
    justine_pasiecnik@fws.gov
    Files
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    A04_Statement_of_Work_0040673029.pdf
    The Dworshak National Fish Hatchery (DNFH) is seeking a contractor to supply formalin for treating adult Chinook salmon and steelhead trout, salmonid eggs, and juvenile fish for parasites. The required specifications include a formaldehyde concentration of 30-40%, methanol content of 6-14%, and inert ingredients totaling 47-57%. The contractor must deliver 7 totes, each containing 275 gallons, to DNFH in Orofino, ID by September 15, 2024. All products must be specifically approved for fish use and include Safety Data Sheets upon delivery. The document emphasizes compliance with environmentally sustainable practices per Executive Order 13101, requiring the incorporation of environmentally preferable products in grant/contract activities. Furthermore, delivery must align with the hatchery's operational hours and will be inspected upon arrival by designated hatchery staff. The government will provide equipment for unloading. The purpose of this document is to outline the procurement requirements for formalin, detailing delivery specifications and compliance with federal environmental policies while ensuring coordinated logistics for treatment supply.
    Sol_140FGA24Q0040.pdf
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) for the procurement of Formalin to treat adult Chinook salmon and steelhead trout at the Dworshak National Fish Hatchery in Orofino, Idaho. The RFQ is designated as a total small business set-aside, indicating that only small businesses may submit quotes. Quotes are due by September 18, 2024, with a performance period anticipated to last 45 days after receipt of order (ARO). The contract will be awarded based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, where the most competitive quote meeting technical requirements will be selected. The RFQ outlines required representations and certifications related to various compliance and business standards, including the prohibition against using covered telecommunications equipment or services. Additional provisions include requirements for registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) and stipulations regarding the delivery and payment terms. This RFQ encapsulates the federal procurement process aimed at engaging responsible vendors to fulfill the service needs of the FWS while adhering to regulations designed to promote fair competition and ensure the quality of goods and services acquired for government use.
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