Bed Bug Inspections and Remediation

Frederick County, Maryland's Office of Procurement & Contracting is requesting quotations for professional K-9 bed bug inspections and remediation services for the Division of Fire & Rescue Services, with quotations due September 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and questions due September 8, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The County intends to award to the lowest bidding responsive and responsible contractor under a small purchase vehicle.

Contractors must demonstrate a minimum of one year of active engagement in K-9 bed bug inspections and remediation services, maintain current business licenses and pest control certifications, and employ certified K-9 handlers with properly trained detection canines. Performance scope covers regular K-9 inspections at 30 DFRS locations (completion within two days per scheduled cycle) and immediate remediation services upon confirmed infestation. The RFQ establishes four pricing line items: Single K-9 Bed Bug Inspection (per hour), Scheduled K-9 Bed Bug Inspections for 30 DFRS locations, Standard Chemical Bed Bug Treatment (per square foot), and Heat Treatment (per square foot).

The contract term runs one year commencing on or about October 1, 2026, with a renewal option for four additional years in one-year increments, exercisable at the County's sole discretion. Pricing shall be firm for one year from the effective date, with price adjustments subject to County approval and limited to the Consumer Price Index or a maximum 5 percent increase, whichever is lower. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 aggregate), Auto Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), Workers' Compensation meeting Maryland statutory requirements, and Employers Liability ($1,000,000 per accident, per employee, and per policy). All policies must be issued by carriers with a minimum A.M. Best rating of A- or better and must name Frederick County as an additional insured. Payment terms are Net 30.