City of El Paso Frozen Feeder Fish 3-Quote 2027-0089 - Zoo Animal Enrichment Food
City of El PasoCity · El Paso, TX- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 0.5 years
- Primary contact
- Jenny Simsuangco
- (915) 472-6399
The 30-second brief
The City of El Paso is soliciting bids for frozen feeder fish, squid, shrimp, krill, and silversides to be fed to Zoo animals on exhibit and used for enrichment at the El Paso Zoo, located at 4001 E. Paisano, El Paso, TX 79905. The contract calls for approximate quantities including 4,000 lbs of Capelin, 4,500 lbs of Herring, 3,500 lbs of Mackerel IQF, 300 lbs of Krill, 800 lbs of Squid, 600 lbs of Silversides, 300 lbs of Smelt, 300 lbs of Anchovy, and 200 lbs of Jumbo Shrimp. All fish must be IQF (individually quick frozen), of quality fit for human consumption, and delivered with specific box weight limits and temperature controls. Submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. Mountain Standard Time. Question deadline is October 21, 2026. The initial contract term is 6 months with potential extensions.
1. Capelin 3"-5" long (25lb/cs) - 4, 000 lbs; 2. Herring 6"-8" long (25lb/cs) - 4, 500 lbs; 3. Mackerel IQF 6"-8" long (40lb/cs) - 3, 500 lbs; 4. Krill (Superba:1/8" pre-cut) 50lbs/cs (3 - 4lbs/block) - 300 lbs.; 5. Squid 5 oz ea (30lb/cs) 6x5lb boxes - 800 lbs; 6. Silversides 5lb/pkg (40lbs/cs) - 600 lbs; 7. Smelt (lake, Night, Silver, Peruvian) IQF - 300 lbs; 8. Anchovy IQF - 300 lbs; 9. Shrimp (Jumbo) - 200 lbs
Price
Bids like this start as pre-RFPs. Get the next ones early.
Get matched pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The City of El Paso is soliciting bids for frozen feeder fish, squid, shrimp, krill, and silversides to be fed to Zoo animals on exhibit and used for enrichment at the El Paso Zoo, located at 4001 E. Paisano, El Paso, TX 79905.
The contract calls for approximate quantities including 4,000 lbs of Capelin, 4,500 lbs of Herring, 3,500 lbs of Mackerel IQF, 300 lbs of Krill, 800 lbs of Squid, 600 lbs of Silversides, 300 lbs of Smelt, 300 lbs of Anchovy, and 200 lbs of Jumbo Shrimp. All fish must be IQF (individually quick frozen), of quality fit for human consumption, and delivered with specific box weight limits and temperature controls. Submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. Mountain Standard Time. Question deadline is October 21, 2026. The initial contract term is 6 months with potential extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
1. Capelin 3"-5" long (25lb/cs) - 4, 000 lbs; 2. Herring 6"-8" long (25lb/cs) - 4, 500 lbs; 3. Mackerel IQF 6"-8" long (40lb/cs) - 3, 500 lbs; 4. Krill (Superba:1/8" pre-cut) 50lbs/cs (3 - 4lbs/block) - 300 lbs.; 5. Squid 5 oz ea (30lb/cs) 6x5lb boxes - 800 lbs; 6. Silversides 5lb/pkg (40lbs/cs) - 600 lbs; 7. Smelt (lake, Night, Silver, Peruvian) IQF - 300 lbs; 8. Anchovy IQF - 300 lbs; 9. Shrimp (Jumbo) - 200 lbs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Bid Form
- Solicitation Forms
- W-9
- Bid Submittal & Signature Page
- Subcontractors Form
- Non-Collusion and Business Disclosure Affidavit
- Indebtedness Affidavit
- Certification Regarding Terrorist Organizations & Boycotting of Israel
- Certification Regarding Boycotting of Energy Company
- Certification Regarding Discrimination Against Firearm & Ammunition Industries
- Completed CIQ Form
- Submit to
- City of El Paso Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department, 300 N. Campbell, 1st Floor, El Paso, TX 79901-1153 or via online portal
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- El Paso, TX
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of El Paso?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of El Paso Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department, 300 N. Campbell, 1st Floor, El Paso, TX 79901-1153 or via online portal. For questions, contact Jenny Simsuangco.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of El Paso in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jenny Simsuangco at (915) 472-6399. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1. Capelin 3"-5" long (25lb/cs) - 4, 000 lbs; 2. Herring 6"-8" long (25lb/cs) - 4, 500 lbs; 3. Mackerel IQF 6"-8" long (40lb/cs) - 3, 500 lbs; 4. Krill (Superba:1/8" pre-cut) 50lbs/cs (3 - 4lbs/block) - 300 lbs.; 5. Squid 5 oz ea (30lb/cs) 6x5lb boxes - 800 lbs; 6. Silversides 5lb/pkg (40lbs/cs) - 6. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 6 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of El Paso?
All active and historical solicitations from City of El Paso are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of El Paso regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 0.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form, Solicitation Forms, W-9, Bid Submittal & Signature Page, Subcontractors Form, Non-Collusion and Business Disclosure Affidavit, Indebtedness Affidavit, Certification Regarding Terrorist Organ. Review the full document from City of El Paso for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: El Paso, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.