Vector Control Rotary Aerial Mosquito Control

Multnomah County Health Department is seeking a qualified supplier to provide rotary aerial mosquito control services through Invitation to Bid (ITB-80-2024), with the primary objective of conducting larvicide applications across various acreage ranges in the Portland metropolitan area. The procurement involves aerial application services for five distinct lot sizes: 2 lots of 100 acres, 5 lots of 300 acres, 6 lots of 500 acres, 1 lot of 2,000 acres, and 1 lot of 3,300 acres. Bidders must possess at least three years of mosquito control experience, provide licensed aircraft with appropriate application equipment, and maintain specific insurance coverages including public liability, aircraft liability, and pollution liability. The county will utilize specific larvicides such as Vectobac G, Vectolex FG, and VectoPrime FG, with application rates varying by product and site conditions. Key procurement dates include a pre-bid conference scheduled for March 5, 2024, at 10:30 AM PT via virtual meeting, with bid submissions due on April 4, 2024, at 2:00 PM PDT. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a one-year initial term and potential for up to four additional one-year renewals based on continued service needs and funding availability.

The solicitation allows for cooperative purchasing, enabling other public agencies to potentially establish contracts under the same terms and conditions, in accordance with Oregon Revised Statute 279A.215. Vendors have the option to extend or decline pricing to additional public agencies by providing written notification with their solicitation response. The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though Multnomah County's procedural instructions emphasize a commitment to sustainable and equitable business practices. The geographical scope includes Multnomah County, with potential expansion to surrounding counties such as Columbia, Clark, and Cowlitz. While no incumbent vendor is specifically identified, the maps provided indicate treatment zones around Portland, including Government Island, North Portland, Hayden Island, Sundial Sandy River Delta, and Sauvie Island. Though exact budget ranges are not disclosed, the solicitation requires detailed pricing per lot size, suggesting a flexible procurement approach that allows vendors to propose competitive rates across different acreage applications. The county reserves the right to adjust contract terms and quantities based on operational needs and funding availability.