Animal Control Services

The Township of Clinton in Hunterdon County, New Jersey is seeking a professional service provider for comprehensive Animal Control Services through a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the period of January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2026, with a potential two-year extension option. The scope of services includes domestic animal impoundment, handling stray and abandoned pets, managing vicious or dangerous dogs, rabies quarantine, wildlife capture and removal, dead wildlife pickup, and local ordinance enforcement. Proposing firms must demonstrate capability through three municipal references, provide a guaranteed two-hour response time, submit monthly activity reports, and maintain animal holding facilities compliant with NJSA Title 4 requirements. The proposal submission is due by December 19, 2023, at 10 AM, and must be electronically submitted through www.bidnetdirect.com/townshipofclinton. Evaluation criteria will focus on technical capabilities, management approach, and cost-effectiveness, with vendors required to submit comprehensive documentation including an executive summary, business organization details, financial information, business registration, and mandatory certifications such as a Non-Collusion Affidavit and Affirmative Action Compliance Notice.

The RFP does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Proposing organizations must be licensed and professionally qualified animal control service providers capable of meeting the comprehensive service requirements. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned in the documentation, potential respondents must provide proof of operational capacity, including detailed information about their facilities, staff qualifications, and ability to handle various animal control scenarios. The RFP does not explicitly state a budget range or maximum contract value, suggesting that cost will be a competitive factor in vendor selection. Interested firms must demonstrate financial stability, operational readiness, and a robust approach to providing animal control services that meet the Township of Clinton's specific municipal needs.