DM26-169 Racoon Removal Services for Golf

Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department is requesting quotes for raccoon removal services at Crandon Golf in Key Biscayne under ITQ DM26-169, with quotes due August 24, 2026. Service must be completed within 5 calendar days of Purchase Order receipt.

The scope addresses recurring raccoon activity across multiple golf course areas (holes 11, 16, 18 tee boxes; holes 11 and 17 green areas; and adjacent mangrove zones) with an estimated population of approximately 30 to 40 animals, provided for reference only and not guaranteed. The vendor must conduct an initial on-site inspection to identify access points, implement humane trapping and removal operations with minimum daily trap checks, obtain signed removal tickets from authorized Crandon Golf personnel, and deliver daily trap check logs, signed removal tickets, and a summary report documenting removals by date and location with recommendations for future prevention. Any nontarget animals captured must be immediately released at the site of capture. All work must comply with Florida Administrative Code Rule 68A-9.010(1) regarding nuisance wildlife handling and Miami-Dade County environmental guidance while protecting mangrove areas and sensitive ecosystems.

The contractor must hold a valid Florida Certificate of Authority and comply with the Shannon Melendi Ordinance, requiring nationwide criminal background checks, Florida Department of Law Enforcement Sexual Predator/Offender Database screening, verification of U.S. citizenship or legal immigrant status, and picture identification for all management, staff, and volunteers. Insurance requirements include Worker's Compensation as required by Florida Statute 440; Commercial General Liability of at least $300,000 per occurrence and $600,000 aggregate, with Miami-Dade County named as additional insured; and Automobile Liability of at least $300,000 combined single limit per occurrence.

The contract includes a recurring service option with pricing valid for 12 months to accommodate as-needed removals throughout the fiscal year. Award is made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Quotes must be submitted electronically through INFORMS; no hardcopy, email, or fax submissions are accepted. All bid prices must be Freight on Board Destination, with freight costs included.