10828-20240222081009 Jackson Pes

The City of Jackson in Hinds County, Mississippi, is seeking proposals for comprehensive mosquito abatement services through a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Department of Public Works. The procurement seeks qualified service providers to deliver mosquito control activities for a seven-month period from April through October. Specific services include adulticiding spraying, larvicide treatments, customer service request management, monthly adulticiding and larvicide applications, hourly adulticiding, mosquito surveillance, public education, and residential service call responses. The City intends to award two separate contracts - one for the southern half of the city and another for the northern half - though it reserves the right to consolidate into a single contract if deemed advantageous. Evaluation criteria will focus on experience and qualifications, past performance in similar services, available resources, pricing, and compliance with Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) requirements. Proposals are due on March 19, 2024, at 3:30 PM CDT, with a comprehensive review process that emphasizes technical merit, experience, and competitive pricing.

The City of Jackson is committed to promoting non-discrimination in public contracting and encouraging full business opportunities for diverse vendors. Respondents must submit a completed Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Plan and demonstrate potential for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Female Business Enterprise (FBE) participation. While specific contract value ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the mosquito abatement services suggests a significant municipal investment. The procurement appears open to qualified pest control and mosquito management firms with demonstrated expertise in urban mosquito control strategies. The City's approach indicates a preference for local or regional providers with specific capabilities in comprehensive mosquito management, surveillance, and community engagement. Additionally, the dual-contract structure suggests the City is seeking specialized, geographically targeted expertise to effectively manage mosquito populations across different urban environments.