Trout and Salmon Food Annual

The State of South Dakota is seeking qualified vendors to provide an annual supply of formulated fish food for trout and salmon hatcheries. The contract will require delivery of feed that meets detailed nutrient and pellet‑size specifications, including protein, lipid, ash, fiber, moisture, phosphorous, float rate, and functional additives such as probiotics, astaxanthin, and beta‑glucans. The award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder that can meet the technical requirements and delivery schedule. • Must produce trout feed (starter, #1, #2) and salmon feed (mash, #0‑#2) meeting exact percentage thresholds and size tolerances. • Feed must contain specified functional additives (probiotic, astaxanthin for trout; beta‑glucans for salmon). • Delivery to State hatcheries on an annual basis, adhering to the State’s procurement policies (payment within 45 days, required performance security, etc.). • Bidders must be registered vendors with the South Dakota Secretary of State and comply with the State’s non‑discrimination and tax exemption rules.