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NAICS Code· 112511

NAICS 112511: Finfish Farming and Fish Hatcheries

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) farm raising finfish (e.g., catfish, trout, goldfish, tropical fish, minnows) and/or (2) hatching fish of any kind. Cross-References.Show more

NAICS 112511 – Finfish Farming and Fish Hatcheries encompasses the controlled breeding, rearing, and harvesting of finfish species in freshwater or marine environments for commercial, restoration, or research purposes. This includes the operation of aquaculture facilities such as ponds, raceways, net pens, and recirculating aquaculture systems, as well as hatchery functions involving egg incubation, larval rearing, and juvenile conditioning.

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Active Contracts
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Total Obligations (12mo)
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Awarded Contracts (12mo)
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Contractors Awarded (12mo)
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NAICS code 112511 covers Finfish Farming and Fish Hatcheries. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) farm raising finfish (e.g., catfish, trout, goldfish, tropical fish, minnows) and/or (2) hatching fish of any kind. Cross-References.

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NAICS: 112511
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Annual Stocking of Channel Catfish
Solicitation # DEEP090926CM
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is soliciting bids under solicitation number DEEP090926CM for the purchase and delivery of 8,800 pure Channel Catfish to be stocked in 17 lakes and ponds. The fish must average 16 inches in length and 1.25 pounds in weight, with no individuals smaller than 13 inches. While pure Channel Catfish are required, up to 30% of the shipment may be albino; Blue Catfish or hybrids are strictly prohibited. Bids must be submitted electronically via CTSOURCE by September 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. The preferred delivery dates are October 1 or 2, 2026, with a secondary window from October 5 to 9, 2025. All pricing must be F.O.B. Destination and exclude federal excise or Connecticut sales taxes. Strict transportation and health protocols are mandated, including the use of well-water sources, the total absence of dreissenid mussels and other prohibited aquatic species in transport water, and the submission of certified health reports at least 10 days prior to departure. Vendors must provide a load manifest three days before delivery and ensure drivers are equipped with water pumps and hoses for tempering. Final payment is contingent upon the fish being delivered alive and deemed in good health by a DEEP Fisheries Biologist or State Fish Pathologist, with the final bill adjusted for any dead or dying fish.
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