RFQt Wildlife Removal and Dam Deconstruction

The City of Fort Worth's Park and Recreation Department is seeking bids for a wildlife removal and dam deconstruction contract through a Request for Quotation (RFQt) with reference number 25-0214. The solicitation aims to establish an "as needed" agreement for comprehensive wildlife management services, primarily focused on beaver removal and dam deconstruction in local park areas including Sendera Ranch Park, Lasater Park, and Twin Mill's Park. Qualified vendors must possess a Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator (NWCO) permit and demonstrate at least two years of experience in wildlife removal services. The scope of work includes conducting site visits, evaluating wildlife activity, deploying and monitoring traps, removing wildlife through relocation or euthanasia in compliance with Texas Parks and Wildlife regulations, and performing quarterly inspections. Bidders must submit a complete Bid Table (BT-14LV) and bid on all line items, with the City reserving the right to add or remove service locations. The procurement timeline includes a question period from August 1, 2025, 10:00 AM CDT to August 5, 2025, 5:00 PM CDT, with final submissions due by August 11, 2025, 10:00 AM CDT through the Bonfire portal.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation requires comprehensive documentation including a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (CIQ), authorized signature form, and compliance with various legal requirements. The contract will have an initial one-year term with potential for up to four one-year automatic renewals, contingent on mutual agreement and available funding. Though specific budget ranges are not detailed, the City will evaluate bids based on the lowest price, with the ability to award to responsive and responsible bidders. Vendors must maintain specific insurance coverages, including commercial general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), workers' compensation, and automobile liability insurance. The contract includes anti-boycott clauses related to Israel, energy companies, and firearm industries, with specific provisions applying based on the contract's value. Successful vendors will be expected to provide flexible, humane wildlife management services, potentially including partial dam deconstruction to restore water flow and using both live and body grip traps in designated areas.