Geese Control Services IFB

The California Department of Education (CDE) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for geese control services at the California School for the Deaf, Fremont (CSDF). The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive geese removal services twice daily, Monday through Friday, utilizing trained dogs and specialized green lasers to humanely remove geese from the campus. The initial contract period will run from July 15, 2016, through June 30, 2017, with an option for one additional one-year renewal through June 30, 2018. Bids are due on April 6, 2016, at 2:00 PM, with a public bid opening scheduled for April 8, 2016, at 2:00 PM. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the selection based on the average "Grand Total" price calculated from two required bid forms. Evaluation criteria will include the bidder's ability to meet the specified service requirements, demonstrate expertise in geese control, and provide proof of necessary insurance coverage.

The procurement includes provisions for small businesses certified by the Office of Small Business and DVBE Services (OSDS), offering a 5% bid preference. While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation is not mandatory, the solicitation provides incentives of 3-5% based on DVBE participation levels. Contractors must maintain commercial general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and automobile liability insurance of $1 million combined single limit, along with workers' compensation insurance. The contract does not specify an exact budget range or award value, but the procurement is limited to geese control services for the California School for the Deaf in Fremont. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the available documentation. Potential bidders should carefully review the IFB document to ensure compliance with all requirements, including insurance specifications, service delivery expectations, and submission guidelines.