61000019526 Emergency Care Veterinary Services

The City of San Antonio, Animal Care Services Department is requesting proposals for emergency veterinary care services during evening and overnight hours under RFP 26-063, with proposals due August 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time. A pre-submittal conference is scheduled for July 13, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time via WebEx and is optional but highly encouraged.

The scope covers emergency veterinary care delivery during evening and overnight hours. The source does not specify service location, staffing model, minimum qualifications, or whether respondents must operate a dedicated facility or provide on-call coverage.

Respondents must register through the City's SAePS vendor portal to access the complete RFP and submit proposals. Written questions are due by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on July 15, 2026, directed to Bridgette Grim, Procurement Specialist III. The evaluation committee comprises David McCary (Assistant City Manager), Jon Gary (Director of Animal Care Services), Dr. Marilyn Gotbeter (Veterinarian Medical Director), Chelsea Lopez (Animal Care Clinic Administrator), Alyssa McMullin (Business Manager), and Rita Brauetigam (Animal Care Services Advisory Board Chair).

Strict communication restrictions apply: respondents are prohibited from contacting City officials and employees regarding the proposal from solicitation release until contract approval. Vendor support for portal registration is available at (210) 207-0118 or vendors@sanantonio.gov. The RFP document (RFP_6228_202608140129360.pdf) is attached and contains detailed scope, evaluation criteria, and contract terms.