Geese Control Services

Bergen County, New Jersey, is seeking geese control services for various county golf courses through a competitive bid process (BC-BID-25-27) scheduled for electronic submission on October 21, 2025, at 12 Noon via the Bergenbids.com eProcurement platform. The contract will cover daily geese control services utilizing trained dogs from March 15, 2026, through December 15, 2027, with a potential 9-month renewal option. Services must be performed seven days a week, at least once per day from dawn to dusk, using environmentally friendly harassment techniques with trained dogs and handlers capable of operating on land and water. Vendors must be able to respond to call-backs within two hours and provide documentation of humane techniques. The services will cover seven specific parks and golf courses, with handlers required to sign in for each visit and perform egg addling in compliance with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service registration. Bid specifications emphasize the need for flexible, professional geese management that minimizes disruption to county recreational spaces while effectively controlling goose populations.

The procurement opportunity includes specific set-aside provisions for disadvantaged businesses, with Bergen County encouraging participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Women's Business Enterprises (WBE), Veteran Business Enterprises (VBE), and Small Business Enterprises (SBE). Businesses must have their principal place of business in New Jersey, be independently owned and operated, and meet specific ownership criteria of at least 51% ownership and control by the respective group. Certification can be obtained through various government agencies, including the State of New Jersey Department of Treasury and other recognized certification bodies. Vendors must complete multiple compliance documents, including an Ownership Disclosure Statement, Iran Disclosure Form, and Affirmative Action compliance paperwork. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract will be awarded on a monthly rate per site basis, with additional charges for egg addling services. Interested vendors must navigate a comprehensive set of submission requirements, including electronic signature agreements, vendor information forms, and various state-mandated compliance documentation.