RFQ-2026-IDR6-002, seeds

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a vendor to supply 60,000 lb of PR 1404 beardless wheat seed (wildlife‑food‑grade removed) for habitat restoration at two wildlife areas. The seed must be packaged in 50‑lb bags, placed on 40″ × 48″ pallets, and delivered F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid. The contract is an “all‑or‑none” RFQ with a 5 % small‑business preference and mandatory certifications (seller’s permit, Darfur Act, post‑consumer content, DVBE, etc.). The bid must be submitted by 2 PM on September 8, 2026, and delivery is required by October 1, 2026. • Quantity: 60,000 lb total (30,500 lb to Imperial Wildlife Area, 29,500 lb to San Jacinto Wildlife Area). • Packaging: 50‑lb bags on standard pallets, freight prepaid, F.O.B. destination. • Mandatory certifications: California seller’s permit, Darfur Act certification, post‑consumer recycled‑content, Payee Data Record, DVBE declaration (if applicable), and others. • Small‑business preference: 5 % price preference for California‑certified small businesses or non‑small businesses that subcontract ≥ 25 % to such firms. • Deadline: Revised submission deadline September 8, 2026 2:00 PM; delivery required by October 1, 2026.