Description
This solicitation seeks a qualified vendor to supply adult ring‑necked pheasants for the State of Maine’s wildlife stocking program under a Master Agreement. The State requires fully feathered, healthy birds meeting strict veterinary and physical specifications, with delivery to two Maine locations. The award will be made to the lowest‑priced qualified bidder, and the contract may be extended up to five years.
• Provide ≥ 700 adult pheasants by 26 Sept 2026 (first delivery) and additional birds on preferred October dates.
• Each bird must meet health clearances (no pullorum, typhoid, West Nile, etc.) and physical criteria (≥ 50 % males, proper feather length, weight, intact beak).
• Pricing is FOB‑Destination, quoted per bird, and must be firm for at least one year; payment terms are net 30.
• The Master Agreement allows extensions and municipal participation; the State will issue delivery orders as needed.