When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on July 15, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

It was issued by Iowa Department Of Natural Resources. The work is located in Moravia, Iowa, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Expertise in manufacturing and delivering aquatic animal feed. Previous experience serving government or large-scale hatchery clients. Ability to meet quality and nutritional standards for catfish. Distribution capacity across multiple locations within Iowa.

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Overview

Hospitality, Food Service & Travel

Moravia, Iowa, United StatesPosted: July 2nd, 2026Deadline: July 15th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Request for the manufacture and statewide delivery of nutritionally complete catfish feed for government-operated hatcheries in Iowa.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a minimum of five years of experience in fish food manufacturing
Feed must be processed solely by the contracted vendor with no subcontracting
Must be able to deliver FOB Destination
Must provide order confirmation via email within 24 hours of order placement
Must provide 72-hour advance notice of delivery date
Must comply with FDA Good Manufacturing Practices
Feed must be freshly manufactured and stored no longer than 30 days by the contractor
Must be able to deliver to Rathbun Fish Hatchery and Rathbun Research Facility using a forklift for unloading

TIMELINE

Bids are due July 15th, 2026 at 2:00 PM.

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 15th, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Iowa Department Of Natural Resources

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Moravia, Iowa seeks a vendor to supply catfish feed services. The selected vendor will be responsible for the manufacture and delivery of catfish feed to support multiple fish hatcheries and related facilities across the state.

Feed must be freshly manufactured, nutritionally complete, and suitable for use within hatchery environments. The goal is to ensure a reliable supply of quality feed products that meet the dietary requirements of hatchery-raised catfish.

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When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on July 15, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Iowa Department Of Natural Resources. The work is located in Moravia, Iowa, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Expertise in manufacturing and delivering aquatic animal feed
Previous experience serving government or large-scale hatchery clients
Ability to meet quality and nutritional standards for catfish
Distribution capacity across multiple locations within Iowa

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