Live Channel Catfish Supply (Hatchery Production)

The contract pertains to the breeding, rearing, and supply of healthy, disease-free Pure Channel Catfish for direct stocking into Tennessee waterbodies as directed by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency through purchase orders. The contractor is responsible for ensuring all fish meet strict health and quality standards suitable for release into public waters, with compliance to state and federal aquaculture regulations governing fish health, transportation, and stocking protocols. Production must be conducted in a controlled hatchery environment that prevents contamination and maintains genetic purity of the Pure Channel Catfish stock. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 112511 for Aquaculture, with a response deadline of August 13, 2026, and a posted date of July 30, 2026. All work must be performed in alignment with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency's stocking goals and schedules, and the contractor must be prepared to meet fluctuating order volumes as dictated by agency needs. While specific performance locations are not detailed, operations must support timely delivery to designated stocking sites across Tennessee, with full accountability for fish survival rates and documentation of health certifications throughout the supply chain.