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Animal Feed and Bedding Supplies

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PCA-NINDS-07181Federal

Submission Closed06/12/2026, 11:00:00 AM UTC

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NAICS: 311119

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Bulk Canine Diet (Carnivore) 5 Year BPA

Solicitation # 140F0S26Q0047

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking quotations for a five-year, firm-fixed-price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to provide bulk canine diet carnivore logs for the Sevilleta Wolf Management Facility within the Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico. The contract supports the Mexico Gray Wolf Survival Plan, with a period of performance from December 1, 2026, to November 30, 2031. The BPA has a total authorized ceiling of 1,500,000 dollars and a call not-to-exceed limit of 600,000 dollars. Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, evaluating both price and technical acceptability, including past performance via CPARS/FAPIIS review. To be technically acceptable, the canine diet must be FDA certified and AZA approved, specifically requiring horse meat with a protein content between 20 and 25 percent. Deliveries must be made in refrigerated trailers to the facility in San Acacia, New Mexico, between 09:00 am and 02:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Offerors must provide pricing per pound or in 40-pound cases, with shipping quoted as separate line items. All payment requests must be processed electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform System. Quotations are due by October 9, 2026, and must be submitted via email.

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OLYM - 14914 - Provide Multiple Deliveries of Certified Weed-Free Hay to Olympic National ParkThe Department of the Interior is seeking a provider for multiple deliveries of certified weed-free hay to Olympic National Park. The supplied hay must be clean and free of mold, dirt, litter, and noxious weeds or seeds. To ensure compliance, the hay must be tagged or baled in colored twine according to the regulations of the state of origin and meet the North American Weed Free Forage certification program standards. Individual bales must not exceed 110 pounds, and compressed bales are strictly prohibited. This requirement is categorized under NAICS code 311119 and is currently listed as a forecast. Interested parties may contact Sula Jacobs or the Contract Support Center for further information.

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Animal Feed, Vitamins, and Supplements

Solicitation # 304T-27-325M2.2

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, through the Statewide Procurement Division, is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of animal feed, vitamins, and supplements under solicitation number 304T-27-325M2.2. The primary customers for these goods are the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, the Department of Public Safety, and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The contract includes specific line items for Coastal Bermuda Hay, Alfalfa Hay, and Starter Basemix for Nursery Pigs. All products must meet strict quality standards, including the prohibition of Restricted Use Protein Products for TDCJ deliveries and specific nutritional and packaging requirements, such as 40 to 50 pound double-walled plastic-lined bags. The contract term begins upon the effective date of the award and expires on August 31, 2027. Awards are based on the best value for each line item, considering purchase price, compliance with specifications, and vendor risk. Shipping is FOB Destination, with unit prices required to include all delivery and fuel surcharges. Respondents must submit a comprehensive package by September 24, 2026, including a mandatory price sheet and various certifications regarding insurance, ethics, and legal compliance. Vendors are subject to performance evaluations, and failure to meet material specifications may result in the rejection of shipments at the contractor's expense.

Comptroller of Public Accounts

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SSA Nimbus Hatchery Fish Food 2The Bureau of Reclamation, under the Department of the Interior, has issued a forecast for the SSA Nimbus Hatchery Fish Food 2 project. This procurement action, identified by the code 38020, is categorized under NAICS code 311119, which pertains to the manufacturing of animal and aquaculture feeds. The forecast was officially posted on July 28, 2026. Interested parties may coordinate with Brenda Davis, the primary point of contact, or Paul A. Hendree, the Small Business Specialist, for further information regarding this requirement.

Bureau of Reclamation

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SSA Fish Food for Nimbus FishThe Bureau of Reclamation, under the Department of the Interior, has issued a forecast to procure fish food for the Nimbus Fish Hatchery. This requirement is categorized under NAICS code 311119 and was posted on April 30, 2026. Denard Fobbs serves as the primary point of contact for this acquisition, with Paul A. Hendree acting as the Small Business Specialist. Further details regarding this opportunity can be accessed through the Acquisition Gateway.

Bureau of Reclamation

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26-422DNR-RESCO-B-51735 | Fish Feed for Little Grassy Fish Hatchery - 4 year contract

Solicitation # 26-422DNR-RESCO-B-51735

Contract ORC51735 is a four-year Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to procure high-quality pelleted fish food for the Little Grassy and Jake Wolf fish hatcheries. The scope of work focuses on starter and grower diets for the accelerated production of catfish, including specific requirements for starter crumbles, fingerling floating pellets, and fry floating food. All feed must use fish meal as the primary protein source, include a specific vitamin blend, and be packaged in bags weighing between 30 and 60 pounds. The nutritional content must be guaranteed for at least twelve months from the date of manufacture when stored in a cool, dry location. The contract is awarded to the lowest-priced responsive and responsible bidder, with pricing managed through the BidBuy Items Tab. Deliveries are made on an as-needed basis, typically three shipments per year, and must be delivered F.O.B. Destination to the Little Grassy Fish Hatchery in Makanda, Illinois, within five days of an order. Vendors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including general commercial liability of 2 million dollars aggregate and auto liability of 1 million dollars per occurrence. Compliance requirements include standard Illinois certifications regarding tax, environmental protection, and anti-collusion, as well as the submission of food formulation documentation and labels at the time of the bid.

Office of Resource Conservation

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Irradiated Rodent Feed ProductionThe contract involves the production of irradiated dry rodent feed that must be packaged using specialized methods to ensure sterility is maintained following irradiation. This feed is intended for use in controlled research environments, indicating high standards for contamination control and preservation of product integrity. The subcontract was posted on March 23, 2026, by the Department of Agriculture, specifically under the USDA Agricultural Research Service in Ames, with the relevant NAICS code assigned as 311119, which covers animal food manufacturing. The work will be performed in Ames, ZIP code 50010, reflecting a location suitable for specialized production and research activities. While the contract does not specify set-aside details or a particular point of contact, it is linked to governmental procurement processes and emphasizes the need for expertise in sterile packaging and irradiated feed production. This contract likely demands adherence to strict quality and safety protocols to meet the rigorous requirements of scientific research centers.

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Soy Protein-Free Dry Feed Manufacturing for RodentsThe contract involves the manufacture of a specialized dry rodent feed that is free from soy protein and additives, designed to meet nutritional standards equivalent to the Teklad Global 2020X formulation. The feed must contain a minimum of 18.5% crude protein and 6% crude fat, ensuring adequate nutrition for laboratory rodents. It also requires a shelf life of at least nine months, emphasizing product stability and long-term usability. This subcontract is issued by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Agricultural Feed Manufacturing and Processing Division, with performance located in Ames, ZIP code 50010. The contract falls under the NAICS code 311119, which pertains to animal food manufacturing. Specific details such as solicitation number, agency contact, and set-aside status are not provided. The contract was publicly posted on March 23, 2026.

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Vehicle Recompete: Idc 75N96022D00012Contract 75N96022D00012 is an indefinite delivery vehicle managed by the National Institute of Health Niehs under the Department of Health and Human Services for the procurement of lab animal enrichment supplies. The contract has a total ceiling of 540,000 dollars and is not subject to any specific set-aside restrictions. The current ordering period is scheduled to end on August 31, 2027. While there are currently no active task orders, previous activity includes a task order for nest animal enrichment awarded to Lab Animal Supplies Inc valued at 48,263.80 dollars. The contract is categorized as a pre-forecast for a likely recompete.

National Institute Of Health Niehs

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Small-Batch Aquafeed ManufacturingThis subcontract involves the production of small quantities of experimental aquaculture feeds with exact formulations tailored for research trials. The work includes precise pelleting and packaging to meet specific research requirements, indicating a focus on quality and customization rather than large-scale production. The contract falls under the NAICS code 311119, which pertains to animal food manufacturing. Issued by the Department of the Interior through the Sat Team 2 Fws, this contract was posted on February 19, 2026. Although some details such as solicitation number, location, and points of contact are not specified, the requirement clearly targets specialized manufacturing services for research purposes within the aquaculture feed sector.

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Feed and Nutrition Supply for Research Swine

Defense Health Agency

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26-422DNR-LNDMG-B-50826 | IDNR Pheasant Feed 2026

Solicitation # 26-422DNR-LNDMG-B-50826

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is soliciting bids under solicitation number 26-422DNR-LNDMG-B-50826 for the supply and delivery of pheasant feed to support the Controlled Pheasant Hunting Program. The contract requires the provision of four specific feed formulations—Starter, Maintenance, Grower, and Breeder—to three Wildlife Propagation Centers located in Lincoln, Wilmington, and Mt. Vernon, Illinois. All feed must be delivered in bulk, typically in 24-ton loads, and augured into holding areas within ten days of an order. The contract term begins on March 6, 2026, and extends for one year from the execution date. Award selection is based on the lowest overall total price from a responsive and responsible bidder. Vendors must submit all bids electronically via BidBuy and provide mandatory documentation, including Illinois Standard Certifications, financial disclosures, and the State of Illinois Offer Document. The vendor is responsible for adhering to strict nutritional specifications for feed ingredients and must comply with State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions, including prevailing wage laws and various state certifications. Invoicing is generally completed at the end of the contract, subject to the availability of funds and statutory offsets.

Office of Land Management

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AI Contract Overview

The National Institutes of Health, through the Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare under the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking information from small business vendors to support an upcoming indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity requirements-type acquisition for animal feed, bedding, enrichment, and housing supplies. This procurement is specifically designated as a small business set-aside under NAICS code 311119 and is intended to serve rodent colonies at the NIH Building 35/35A Shared Animal Facility and the NINDS rodent colonies in Building 10 ACRF, both located in Bethesda, Maryland. The acquisition mandates the exclusive use of brand-name products, including specific lines from Purina, Clear H2O, Ancare, Datesand, Shepherd Specialty Papers, The Anderson's Inc., and Innovive, to ensure compliance with rigorous research protocols and animal welfare standards. Minimum and maximum quantity ranges are provided for key items such as LabDiet 5L8F, LabDiet 5R31, DietGel 76A, and others, though unit prices and total contract value are not disclosed, as this is a sources-sought notice and not a formal solicitation. Vendors must be certified small businesses, and the government is actively seeking responses from 8(a) firms, Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Woman-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses, Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. Responses must include the vendor’s name, address, UEI number, point of contact details, business size and type as defined by the Small Business Administration, and documentation of technical qualifications related to the supply of laboratory animal nutrition and husbandry products. Quality control is critical, with particular emphasis on pest and mold prevention, and timely delivery is considered imperative. The government may award up to two contracts to vendors capable of supplying at least four of the required items if doing so provides best value. The response deadline is June 12, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. EST, and all submissions must be directed to the primary point of contact, Luz Casey, at luz.casey@nih.gov. Packaging, inspection procedures, contract administration, and payment terms are not specified at this stage, as the notice is solely for market research to identify capable vendors prior to formal solicitation.