46-DNCR-25-2107 IFB Integrated Pest Management Control for NC Zoo

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 46-DNCR-25-2107 for comprehensive integrated pest management control services at the North Carolina Zoo. The solicitation seeks a qualified vendor to provide pest control services across multiple geographic zones including North America, Africa, and Asia, with a primary focus on maintaining animal safety and wellbeing. Specific service requirements include semi-monthly, monthly, and as-needed pest treatments targeting ants, roaches, mice, wasps, and rats in various environments such as animal holding facilities, keeper offices, habitats, and public spaces. Vendor qualifications mandate a minimum of ten years of pest control experience in zoological or aquarium facilities and current membership in good standing with the American Zoological Association (AZA). Vendors must possess a valid North Carolina pest control license and submit comprehensive documentation including references, HUB participation forms, and financial stability certifications. The bid is scheduled for submission by September 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with a mandatory site visit planned for September 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET located at the Stedman Education Building.

The contract will have an initial three-year term with a pricing structure based on monthly and as-needed treatment costs. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the solicitation suggests potential for a substantial multi-year contract. The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, though the HUB participation form indicates some consideration for diverse vendor participation. Strict specifications govern pest control methods, with explicit prohibitions on using sticky traps and applying pesticides in animal areas, emphasizing the zoo's commitment to animal safety. Vendors must be prepared to coordinate closely with the zoo's contract manager and demonstrate exceptional adaptability in a complex zoological environment. The successful bidder will be expected to integrate seamlessly with existing zoo infrastructure and operational protocols, maintaining the highest standards of pest management while prioritizing the welfare of animal inhabitants.