Alfalfa Hay
ID: 44DOC-S3890
• State: Nevada
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Background
The Nevada Department of Corrections, through the Silver State Industries – Prison Ranch, is seeking responsible vendors to provide alfalfa hay for the Prison Ranch. The goal of this contract is to procure a minimum of 2,500 tons of alfalfa hay in large bales to support the needs of the facility. This procurement is a one-time purchase aimed at ensuring the availability of high-quality hay for horse feeding.
Work Details
Vendors are required to provide a minimum of 2,500 tons of alfalfa hay in large bales. The specifications for the hay include:
1. Must be from the 2024 or 2025 crop; first or second cutting.
2. Must be domestically grown and harvested to maximize nutritional value.
3. Must be free from rain damage, mold, weeds, and over-mature hay.
4. Must not contain any harmful weeds or grasses.
Bale requirements specify that:
- Large bales must be sized at either 4'x4'x8', 4'x3'x8', or 3'x3'x8'.
- Round bales will be rejected.
- Bales must not be ragged or broken and should not consist of those stored outside without cover.
Inspection will occur at both the vendor's facility and upon delivery at the Prison Ranch. Any hay that does not meet specifications will be rejected at the vendor's expense. A certified weight certificate must accompany deliveries, confirming tonnage prior to shipment.
Period of Performance
Delivery will commence immediately following notification of award and is expected to continue until all contracted quantities are fulfilled.
Place of Performance
Deliveries will be made to Silver State Industries – Ranch (Nevada State Prison Farm), located at 1723 Snyder Avenue, Carson City, NV 89702.
Bidder Requirements
Vendors must comply with specific requirements including:
- Submission of descriptive data or printed specifications describing items being bid.
- A Nevada-based business may apply for a five percent preference on its quote if they certify that a majority of goods provided are produced in Nevada.
- Vendors must ensure that no ex-felons formerly incarcerated in the NDOC system enter the facility during delivery.
The Nevada Department of Corrections, through the Silver State Industries – Prison Ranch, is seeking responsible vendors to provide alfalfa hay for the Prison Ranch. The goal of this contract is to procure a minimum of 2,500 tons of alfalfa hay in large bales to support the needs of the facility. This procurement is a one-time purchase aimed at ensuring the availability of high-quality hay for horse feeding.
Work Details
Vendors are required to provide a minimum of 2,500 tons of alfalfa hay in large bales. The specifications for the hay include:
1. Must be from the 2024 or 2025 crop; first or second cutting.
2. Must be domestically grown and harvested to maximize nutritional value.
3. Must be free from rain damage, mold, weeds, and over-mature hay.
4. Must not contain any harmful weeds or grasses.
Bale requirements specify that:
- Large bales must be sized at either 4'x4'x8', 4'x3'x8', or 3'x3'x8'.
- Round bales will be rejected.
- Bales must not be ragged or broken and should not consist of those stored outside without cover.
Inspection will occur at both the vendor's facility and upon delivery at the Prison Ranch. Any hay that does not meet specifications will be rejected at the vendor's expense. A certified weight certificate must accompany deliveries, confirming tonnage prior to shipment.
Period of Performance
Delivery will commence immediately following notification of award and is expected to continue until all contracted quantities are fulfilled.
Place of Performance
Deliveries will be made to Silver State Industries – Ranch (Nevada State Prison Farm), located at 1723 Snyder Avenue, Carson City, NV 89702.
Bidder Requirements
Vendors must comply with specific requirements including:
- Submission of descriptive data or printed specifications describing items being bid.
- A Nevada-based business may apply for a five percent preference on its quote if they certify that a majority of goods provided are produced in Nevada.
- Vendors must ensure that no ex-felons formerly incarcerated in the NDOC system enter the facility during delivery.
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Overview
Opportunity Type
Open Market
Opportunity ID
44DOC-S3890
Response Deadline
May 28, 2026
Due in 5 Days
Date Posted
May 14, 2026
Source
Pre-Bid Conference
In lieu of a pre-bid conference, vendors are allowed to submit questions on the Q&A tab until 1:00 on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Answers will be provided on th Q&A tab or as an attachment on or about Friday, May 22, 2026.
Q&A Deadline
Questions concerning this Bid Solicitation must be directed only to the Purchasing Division’s designee.
Set Aside Preferences
Local Vendors
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$500,000 - $900,000
(AI estimate)
Agency Distribution
High
On 5/14/26 Department of Corrections in Nevada issued Open Market Alfalfa Hay with ID 44DOC-S3890 due 5/28/26.
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Opportunity Classification
3727 - Prison Ranch
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Source Department
440 - Department of Corrections