RFP for Veterinary Services for Harnett County Animal Shelter

Harnett County General Services Department is requesting proposals for veterinary services at Harnett County Animal Services, with proposals due October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. local time at the Harnett County Resource Center and Library Finance Department. The awardee must hold a North Carolina veterinary license — a hard eligibility requirement that filters the competitive field.

The scope requires a single qualified veterinarian to serve as veterinarian of record, develop and maintain a Program of Veterinary Care in compliance with state regulations, authorize and sign off on controlled substances and veterinary medications for shelter staff, and develop, review, and update Veterinary Standing Orders. Work is performed at the shelter facility located at 1100 McKay Place, Lillington, NC 27546, or through remote consultation via phone, email, or written correspondence. Optional services include developing disease mitigation protocols and conducting shelter facility visits. The contractor must demonstrate familiarity with ASV 2010 standards as part of evaluation.

The agreement term runs from November 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029 (two fiscal years), with options for up to two additional two-year renewal terms extending through June 30, 2032. Compensation is monthly, contingent upon annual appropriation and availability of funds. The contractor must maintain Commercial General Liability of $1 million combined single limit per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, Professional Liability of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million annual aggregate, and statutory workers' compensation and employer liability coverage; a Certificate of Insurance naming Harnett County as an additional insured must be provided within ten days of award.

Evaluation criteria include professional qualifications, proposed cost, and innovative and efficient approach to shelter management. Questions are due September 14, 2026 at noon, with responses posted by September 18, 2026. All proposals remain binding for ninety calendar days following the public opening.