Cowlitz Catchable Trout

The City of Tacoma is seeking a qualified hatchery to supply and plant up to 50,000 lb of adipose‑clipped rainbow trout each year to meet FERC mitigation requirements for the Cowlitz Hydroelectric Project. The contractor must provide disease‑free, genetically‑stable trout, handle weekly releases from March through August, and submit detailed weekly and monthly reports on inventory, health, and release locations. The contract is a one‑year base term with up to three one‑year renewal options, and the estimated contract value is approximately $1.07 million. • Deliver up to 50,000 lb of hatchery‑reared, adipose‑clipped rainbow trout annually (≈ 1–3 fish per lb). • Perform weekly releases (preferred Thursdays) from March – August, with monthly and weekly reporting requirements. • Maintain disease‑free certification and genetic quality, provide replacement fish as needed, and meet insurance and equity/sustainability criteria.