Cat Litter - Animal Services
Closed State & local contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- 24-0676-ITQ
- State
- Florida
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdiction
- NIGP codes
- 04003 Animal Care Supplies (Collars, Clothing, Leashes, Litter Boxes, Etc.)
- 04004 Animal Training Equipment And Supplies
- 04086 Recycled Animal, Bird, And Marine Life Accessories And Supplies
- 49510 Animal Cages And Supplies (Including Litter) (Laboratory Type)
- 875 Veterinary Equipment And Supplies (See Class 325 For Vitamins And Supplements For Animals)
- UNSPSC codes
- 10141606 Leashes or leads
- 41102612 Research animal induction chamber
- 10111303 Pet litter or equipment for pet waste management
- 41102606 Laboratory animal restraints or harnesses
- 41102614 Research animal bedding material
- 42120000 Veterinary equipment and supplies
- 10141610 Muzzles
- 41102613 Research animal physiological test kit
- 10111300 Domestic pet treatments and accessories and equipment
- 10111306 Domestic pet training kits
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- Point of contact
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- Kelsey Wheeler kkingsbury@pinellas.gov (727) 464-3149
Opportunity details come from procurement.opengov.com. Updated .
About this opportunity
Pinellas County, Florida is seeking vendors for an Invitation to Quote (ITQ) #24-0676-ITQ to supply cat litter for Pinellas County Animal Services. The procurement involves providing 40-50 pound bags of non-clumping, clay, unscented, and moisture-free cat litter to be delivered weekly or bi-weekly to the animal services shelter located at 12450 Ulmerton Road in Largo, FL. The contract will have an initial duration of 60 months from the award date, with potential for one additional 24-month extension. Vendors must submit electronic proposals via OpenGov by April 30, 2024, at 3:00 pm. The pricing proposal requires vendors to specify brand/type and unit cost for cat litter bags, including shipping and delivery expenses. Evaluation criteria include pricing, product specifications, and compliance with county requirements. Vendors must be registered with the Florida Division of Corporations and provide proof of registration.
The county has implemented a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program that provides preference to certified small businesses, potentially offering them advantages in the bidding process. The current contract with Largo Feed & Garden Supply DBA Largo Feed Pet Food is set to expire on September 21, 2024, with no available extensions. The proposed new contract includes an increased budget of $25,000, funded from Budget-0001, and is not derived from grant monies. The project contact is Martha Andrews from Pinellas County, reachable at animalsservicesfinance@pinellas.gov or 727-582-2624. The county allows for price index adjustments after the first 12 months, limited to the relevant pricing index change, and includes an unspecified funds contingency of up to 10% of the total contract value. Vendors should note the county's commitment to supporting local businesses while maintaining competitive and transparent procurement processes.
Opportunity text
Pinellas County Animal Services has partnerships for cat adoption programs with over a dozen local pet stores and currently adopt out more cats than dogs.
It is necessary to have available cat litter that is non-clumping, clay, unscented and moisture free to ensure the health and well-being of the animals in the shelter.
Litter must be delivered on a weekly/bi-weekly basis, to the Pinellas County Animal Services shelter, located at 12450 Ulmerton Road Largo, FL 33774.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Cat_Litter_-_Animal_Services.pdf | ||
| Litter_Contract_Info.pdf | ||
| Non-Competitive_Oversight_Committee_Justification_Form.docx | DOCX document |
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