NCR-HQ-FRQ-23-W0078 Live Male Ring Neck Pheasants

The contract titled NCR-HQ-FRQ-23-W0078 involves the procurement of live male Ring Neck Pheasants to be used for the annual regional hunts organized by the California Department of Fish & Wildlife. The solicitation was posted on April 5, 2024, with a response deadline set for April 19, 2024. The contract falls under the NAICS code 423450, which pertains to poultry and other live animals, indicating the nature of the goods being procured. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Kelly France, reachable via email, and additional details can be accessed through the provided online link. The contract is part of the department's efforts to support wildlife management and hunting activities within California. The procurement process requires vendors to submit various certification forms to ensure compliance with state regulations. These include the California DFW Darfur Contracting Act Certification, which confirms that the bidder has not engaged in business activities outside the U.S. within the last three years and is not scrutinized under California Public Contract Code § 10476. Additionally, the DARFUR Contracting Act Certification affirms adherence to regulations concerning scrutinized companies per California Public Contract Code § 10478. Vendors must also complete the California STD 204 Payee Data Record form, which collects essential payment and tax information necessary for processing payments and tax reporting, including the issuance of Form 1099. These requirements ensure that all participating vendors meet the legal and financial standards mandated by California state law for procurement activities involving live animals for hunting purposes.