Live Catfish Solicitation

The San Bernardino County Regional Parks Department is seeking bids for the procurement of approximately 35,000 to 85,000 pounds of live catfish to be stocked from May through September 2026. The fish should be graded as follows: 35% averaging one pound each, 35% averaging 1-1/2 to 2 pounds each, and 30% averaging over 2 pounds each. The successful bidder will be required to transport the fish in tank trucks equipped with standard pumps and equipment for constantly aerating the fish. The contractor will also be responsible for inspecting the fish and removing any dead or dying fish before delivery. • The contract will be for the 2026 season, with deliveries beginning in May and ending in September. • The contractor will be required to deliver the fish to various regional parks in San Bernardino County. • The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to air and water pollution control, safety, and health. • The contractor must also comply with the County's non-discrimination policies and procedures.