Snake Removal Services

The City of Tucson's Business Services Department is seeking qualified contractors for Snake Removal Services through Request for Quote (RFQ) No. 250086, covering the City of Tucson and surrounding areas including Marana, Avra Valley, Catalina, and Corona de Tucson. The procurement requires a contractor capable of providing comprehensive snake removal services with stringent performance requirements, including one-hour response times to initial contact, two-hour on-site arrival, and 24/7 availability. Key deliverables include detailed service record maintenance, employee identification, and compliance with city, state, and federal regulations. The contract will have an initial one-year term with options to renew for four additional one-year periods. The proposal submission deadline is February 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with a project release date of January 31, 2025. Contractors must demonstrate ability to respond rapidly to snake removal requests, maintain professional documentation, and adhere to strict regulatory compliance standards.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the contractor must comply with various labor standards, workforce protections, and insurance requirements. The total contract value is capped at $100,000, with payment structured on a per-snake removal rate basis. The City of Tucson prefers credit card payment and will process invoices within 21 calendar days of receipt. Contractors will be required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage and follow HUD labor standards provisions, particularly those outlined in the HUD-5370C General Conditions for Non-Construction Contracts. Successful vendors must provide proof of capability to meet the technical and operational requirements of snake removal services across the specified geographic regions. The procurement process will likely involve a detailed review of the contractor's qualifications, response capabilities, and compliance with all specified regulatory and operational standards.