Citywide Pest Control Services

The City of Ocala is seeking a Certified Pest Control Operator through Invitation to Bid (ITB# FAC/260303) to provide comprehensive monthly pest control services for city buildings managed by the Facilities Management department. The procurement targets an experienced vendor capable of performing building inspections and pest elimination services across 56 city facilities, including public works operations, fire stations, recreation centers, water treatment plants, and wastewater reclamation facilities. Required services encompass treatment for various pest species such as roaches, spiders, ants, silverfish, earwigs, crickets, flying insects, bees, wasps, hornets, wood boring insects, carpenter ants, and pharaoh ants. Vendors must utilize EPA-approved residual insecticides through crack and crevice methods, controlled misting, and direct spray techniques. Mandatory qualifications include Florida pest control certification, a minimum of five years industry experience, and the ability to perform at least 70% of work with internal forces. The contract will initially span two years with potential for two additional one-year renewals, with the award determined by the lowest responsive and responsible bidder submitting a complete price proposal in Excel format.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate), Commercial Automotive Liability ($1,000,000 combined limit), Workers' Compensation per Florida statutory requirements, and Pollution Liability coverage extending three years post-project completion. Price adjustments for contract renewals are negotiable, with increases capped at 3% annually and requiring Consumer Price Index-Urban (CPI-U) justification submitted 90 days before contract term end. The price proposal includes 56 base service line items and nine optional specialized services such as ant control, termite extermination, rodent control, bird control, snake control, wasp control, and weed spraying. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the extensive scope covering 56 city buildings suggests a substantial contract value. Vendors must provide monthly progress reports and maintain detailed pesticide application records, with standard service hours established as 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.