Solicitation+Amendment+-+Questions.docx

The document is a Solicitation Amendment #1 issued by the State of North Dakota Office of Management and Budget State Procurement Office for a Pest Control Services contract for the North Dakota Veterans Home. The solicitation (No. 110.7-25-054) seeks a comprehensive pest control provider for a one-year contract period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with potential for up to four 12-month renewals. The bid deadline is set for June 17, 2025, at 9:00 AM CT, with a mandatory site inspection tour scheduled for June 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM CT. The scope of services includes monthly, quarterly, and seasonal pest management covering interior and exterior treatments, including mice traps, bait stations, flying insect light traps, and emergency callback services.

The contract requires bidders to hold current commercial pesticide applicators licenses and use EPA-approved materials, with detailed documentation to be maintained in a service log book. Vendors must meet substantial insurance requirements, including $2,000,000 in commercial general liability coverage and $500,000 in automobile liability. The state will evaluate bids based on responsiveness, lowest price, and vendor qualifications, with a preference for North Dakota-based vendors in case of a tie. Pricing will be firm for the initial contract year, with potential price adjustments upon renewal subject to state approval. The amendment also clarifies that the current pest control provider spends approximately 5 hours per month on-site, providing additional context for bidders preparing their proposals.