Alfalfa Hay

The Nevada Department of Corrections is seeking responsible vendors to provide Alfalfa Hay for the Silver State Industries – Prison Ranch. The award may be awarded to more than one vendor based on available tonnage. The shipping charges will also include off-loading and stacking of the hay at the Prison Ranch. The shipping charges will be bid as a separate line item as a per ton price and will not be included in the unit price for hay. The Prison Ranch anticipates purchasing a minimum of 2,000 tons of alfalfa hay in large bales for this solicitation. • The hay must meet specific specifications, including being 2023 or 2024 crop, domestically grown, and free of certain weeds and contaminants. • The bales must be of a specific size and type, and must be stacked in a specific manner at the delivery location. • The vendor must provide a certified weight certificate and adhere to certain delivery requirements, including notification of delivery and accompaniment by a delivery ticket. • The vendor must also comply with Department of Corrections regulations, including a strict "no tobacco" policy and restrictions on bringing contraband onto the premises.