Bid guide
How to bid on hybrid sunfish for Illinois DNR’s urban fishing program
What Illinois DNR is buying
Illinois DNR is seeking live hybrid sunfish, Lepomis macrochirus x Lepomis cyanellus, for its statewide urban fishing program. Fish must range from 4 to 6 inches in total length, averaging 5 inches.
The initial contract term is two years, with delivery to Regions 3 and 4 in central Illinois. This may interest fish producers and suppliers able to provide live hybrid sunfish within the specified size range and delivery regions.
Deadline and timing
The bid was published October 14, 2026. Responses are due November 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.
Submit before the deadline. Check the bid documents for the submission directions and any other timing details.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is relevant to businesses that produce or supply live fish, particularly vendors able to provide the named hybrid sunfish species and meet the required length range.
Consider whether your operation can support delivery to both Regions 3 and 4 in central Illinois for the contract’s initial two-year term.
How to access the bid and respond
Open the bid’s detail page through “View original source.” The page is public and does not require sign-in to view, and the bid documents are listed there.
To quote electronically, register a free vendor account on the State of Illinois BidBuy portal. Otherwise, follow the submission directions in the bid documents. The solicitation is 27-422DNR-RESCO-B-54517.
Prepare a clear, competitive response
Read the bid documents closely and make sure your response addresses the fish species, 4-to-6-inch size range, and average length of 5 inches. Clearly explain how your offering meets those specifications.
Check the documents for the required response format and submission instructions. Allow time to complete any account setup and submit before the stated deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DNR - Natural Resources; the original posting controls.