Term Contract for Larvicidal Oil for Jefferson County Mosquito Control

Jefferson County Purchasing Department in Beaumont, Texas is requesting sealed bids for a term contract to supply larvicidal oil for Jefferson County Mosquito Control under IFB 26-043/CG, with bids due September 16, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time. The county actively encourages participation from HUBZone, MBE, WBE, VetHUB, DBE, and ACDBE vendors but does not operate preference or set-aside programs.

The scope covers larvicidal oil supplied on an as-needed basis for mosquito control operations. Delivery is F.O.B. destination with all freight charges included in the bid price. The county is tax-exempt and will not pay federal excise tax or state sales tax; bid prices must be stated net of taxes.

The contract is structured as a term contract with an initial award period beginning on or about the date of award and price re-determination available at the county's discretion upon annual renewal. Quantities indicated are estimates only, with actual orders placed on an as-needed basis. Award will be made to the most responsible, responsive bidder whose offer provides the best value, with price being an important but not sole consideration.

Sealed bids must be submitted in person to the Jefferson County Purchasing Department at 1149 Pearl Street, 1st Floor, Beaumont, Texas 77701; electronic bids are not accepted. The sealed bid opening will be held publicly at the same location on the bid due date. Bidders must submit one original and one copy of their complete bid submission, acknowledge receipt of all addenda, and provide all required documentation and certifications. Bids may not be withdrawn for ninety days following the opening date. Specifications are available on the Jefferson County Purchasing Department website at https://jeffersoncountytx.gov/Purchasing/ or by contacting Cindy Greene, Contract Specialist, at 409-835-8593 or Cynthia.greene@jeffersoncountytx.gov. The contract is subject to civil rights compliance, Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements, equal employment opportunity provisions, and the Build America, Buy America Act.