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City of Norfolk·Virginia

Hay, Alfalfa, and Wheat Straw for Virginia Zoo Animals

Closes 11/6/2025$600k – $900kInvitation for Bid
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Description

The City of Norfolk is seeking a responsible contractor to furnish and deliver hay, alfalfa, and wheat straw to the Virginia Zoo for up to a five-year period. The contractor will be required to deliver products monthly, with a minimum of 300 bales of product per month. The products must meet specific standards, including crude protein, total digestible nutrients, and acid detergent fiber. The contractor will also be required to provide laboratory analysis results with each delivery. • The contractor must deliver products to 3500 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23504. • The contractor must provide a clear and accurate invoice after product acceptance. • The contractor must schedule and organize quarterly contract status meetings with Zoo staff. • The contractor must maintain insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, worker's compensation, and automobile liability insurance. • The contractor must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

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Contact

Ashley Barnes(Purchasing Agent)

[email protected]

(757) 448-9848

Key dates

Opened
10/23/2025
Questions due
10/30/2025
Closes
11/6/2025
Duration
5 years

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Agriculture
NAICS
31111
Solicitation №
10958-0-2026/AB

Budget estimate

$600,000 – $900,000

The budget for this opportunity can be estimated based on the cost of hay, alfalfa, and wheat straw. The average cost of hay is around $200 per ton, alfalfa is around $300 per ton, and wheat straw is around $100 per ton. Assuming the contractor will deliver 300 bales of product per month, the total cost per month would be around $10,000 to $15,000. For a five-year contract, the total budget would be around $600,000 to $900,000. However, this is just an estimate and the actual budget may vary depending on the specific requirements of the contract and the prices quoted by the contractor.

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