Veterinary Services for Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking veterinary services for Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park through Invitation to Bid (ITB) 2026013, a competitive procurement process targeting qualified veterinarians to provide comprehensive care for approximately 250 captive wildlife animals. The selected contractor must conduct a minimum of two full-day on-site veterinary visits per month, remain available for telephone and email consultations, and possess credentials recognized by the Manatee Rescue and Rehabilitation Partnership. Specific requirements include providing veterinary services for Class I, II, and III mammals, reptiles, birds, and manatees, with a mandatory pre-response site visit scheduled for January 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM in Homosassa. Written questions are due by January 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM, with answers posted around January 21, 2026. Bid responses must be submitted by January 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM to the DEP Procurement Section in Tallahassee, with a public bid opening via teleconference on January 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest total price from responsible and responsive bidders, with potential preference given to Florida-based vendors.

There are no specific set-aside designations mentioned for disadvantaged enterprises in this procurement. The contract will have an initial five-year term with the potential for up to five additional renewal years, each five years in duration. Pricing must be submitted on the required Form D Price Sheet, with fixed prices for full-day veterinary visits covering transportation, licenses, and insurance. The contractor may request annual inflation adjustments after the first contract year, substantiated with documentation. Supplemental veterinary visits beyond the monthly minimum will be compensated at predetermined fixed rates for half-day and full-day visits. While no specific budget range is provided, the contract allows for reimbursement of pre-approved supplies, medications, and third-party treatment facility charges at market rates. The contractor must maintain active veterinary licensure, controlled substance registration, and appropriate insurance, and must identify backup veterinarians who can provide services if the primary contractor is unavailable.