Inland Waters Underused Fish Removal Operations

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is issuing a sealed‑bid solicitation for the removal of underused fish species (carp, buffalo, freshwater drum, gizzard shad) from eleven inland public waters across multiple counties. The contract will be awarded to the most advantageous bidder and may be extended up to two additional one‑year periods. Bidders must submit a firm price by September 2, 2026, 10:00 AM CST, and the initial contract term is twelve months. The work includes using approved bag seines (and, at selected sites, hoop nets, gillnets, or trammel nets), conducting a minimum number of complete seine hauls per lake, disposing of captured fish according to DNR guidelines, and providing detailed post‑operation reports. • 11 lakes/counties listed (Emmet, Dickinson, Calhoun, Palo Alto, Buena Vista, Van Buren, Black Hawk, Linn, Jackson). • Minimum bid amount $1,000; expected total contract value likely in the six‑figure range. • Required Iowa commercial fishing license and compliance with temperature‑ and date‑restrictions (except Upper/Middle Sabula lakes). • Submission via email to [email protected]; subject line must include RFB number. • No pre‑bid meeting or site visit required; questions must be emailed (no deadline provided). • Contract may be renewed for up to two additional one‑year terms, with price adjustments possible at renewal.