The City of El Paso is seeking competitive quotations for the supply of frozen feeder fish to support its zoo’s animal enrichment program. Vendors must provide a variety of species (capelin, herring, mackerel, krill, squid, silversides, smelt, anchovy, shrimp) in specified quantities, with delivery coordinated to the zoo commissary on a flexible schedule. The contract is capped at $49,999.99 per year (up to $100,000 for multi‑year) and may be extended or adjusted by the City. All bidders must complete numerous mandatory forms and certifications, and deliveries must occur within 30 days of request (36 hours for emergencies).
• Required species and quantities (e.g., 4,000 lb capelin, 4,500 lb herring, etc.)
• Delivery to El Paso Zoo Commissary with 24‑hour notice; emergency delivery within 36 hours
• Annual spend limit ≤ $49,999.99 (aggregate ≤ $100,000)
• Mandatory attachments: bid form, subcontractor form, various certifications, W‑9, CIQ, non‑collusion affidavit, etc.
• Payment via ACH within 30 days of invoice; no advance payments
• Contract term roughly 1 year with possible multi‑year extension