Pest Control Services for Various City Locations

The City of Pembroke Pines is seeking bids for comprehensive pest control services through Invitation for Bid #CS-25-04, targeting multiple city locations including Pines Place Housing, Pines Point Housing, Southwest Focal Point Community Center, Howard C. Forman Campus, and R&R Village. The solicitation requires qualified pest control firms to provide exterminating services addressing common pests such as ants, roaches, and palmetto bugs, with optional services including bed bug treatment, rodent control, and termite eradication. Vendors must possess a Certified Pest Control Operator License and provide a single point of contact with at least three years of professional experience. The contract will be an initial two-year agreement with potential for three additional two-year renewal terms. Key procurement dates include a mandatory pre-bid meeting on Monday, August 25, 2025, at 10:00 am, with questions due by Monday, September 1, 2025, and electronic bid submissions required by Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 2:00 pm. The city will evaluate bids based on responsiveness, contractor responsibility, and the most advantageous proposal, with potential consideration given to local vendors.

The procurement appears to have potential preferences for local Pembroke Pines or Broward County vendors, with special considerations for veteran-owned small businesses and other specified vendor classifications. The estimated annual project cost is $47,000, indicating a moderate-sized contract opportunity for pest control services. Vendors will be required to submit detailed references and demonstrate comprehensive pest management capabilities across multiple municipal facilities. The contract includes standard municipal requirements such as insurance provisions, background screening, and compliance with various state statutes. Successful bidders must provide proof of appropriate liability insurance and maintain specific coverage levels, with the City of Pembroke Pines named as an additional insured. The procurement process emphasizes not just cost, but also vendor qualifications, experience, and ability to provide systematic, reliable pest control services across diverse municipal locations.