City of Helotes - Professional Veterinarian Services RFQ-26-02 (2026)
City of HelotesCity · Helotes, TX- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Corey Vullo
The 30-second brief
The City of Helotes is seeking qualifications from veterinary clinics to provide professional veterinarian services, animal care, rabies control services, animal quarantining, animal vaccinations, animal boarding, and emergency treatment of animals under RFQ-26-02. Scope includes care for domesticated and feral dogs and cats, state-approved quarantine boarding in compliance with Chapter 169 Zoonosis Control, rabies testing assistance, shelter annual inspections per Health and Safety Code Chapters 823 and 829, advisory committee meetings, and policy reviews. The clinic must have a licensed veterinarian, certified euthanasia technicians, a state-compliant quarantine facility, and capacity to board at least three dogs and three cats. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2026, at City Hall Council Chambers, with questions due by September 18, 2026. Submittals are due by September 23, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. CST at the City of Helotes, 12951 Bandera Rd, Helotes, TX 78023. Evaluation criteria include experience with Texas municipalities (30%), qualifications of assigned team (25%), proposed service (25%), and references and reputation (20%).
Experience with Texas municipalities 30%, Qualifications of assigned team 25%, Proposed Service 25%, References and reputation 20%
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Summary
The City of Helotes is seeking qualifications from veterinary clinics to provide professional veterinarian services, animal care, rabies control services, animal quarantining, animal vaccinations, animal boarding, and emergency treatment of animals under RFQ-26-02.
Scope includes care for domesticated and feral dogs and cats, state-approved quarantine boarding in compliance with Chapter 169 Zoonosis Control, rabies testing assistance, shelter annual inspections per Health and Safety Code Chapters 823 and 829, advisory committee meetings, and policy reviews. The clinic must have a licensed veterinarian, certified euthanasia technicians, a state-compliant quarantine facility, and capacity to board at least three dogs and three cats. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2026, at City Hall Council Chambers, with questions due by September 18, 2026. Submittals are due by September 23, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. CST at the City of Helotes, 12951 Bandera Rd, Helotes, TX 78023. Evaluation criteria include experience with Texas municipalities (30%), qualifications of assigned team (25%), proposed service (25%), and references and reputation (20%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Experience with Texas municipalities 30%
- Qualifications of assigned team 25%
- Proposed Service 25%
- References and reputation 20%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Commercial General Liability and Errors and Omissions insurance coverage
- Three references
- Fee schedule
- Submit to
- City of Helotes, 12951 Bandera Rd (Physical) / P. O. Box 507 (Mailing), Helotes, TX 78023, Attn: Corey Vullo Public Works Director
- Scope location
- Helotes, TX
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Helotes?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Helotes, 12951 Bandera Rd (Physical) / P. O. Box 507 (Mailing), Helotes, TX 78023, Attn: Corey Vullo Public Works Director. For questions, contact Corey Vullo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Helotes in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Corey Vullo. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience with Texas municipalities 30%, Qualifications of assigned team 25%, Proposed Service 25%, References and reputation 20%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Helotes?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Helotes are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Helotes regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Commercial General Liability and Errors and Omissions insurance coverage, three references, fee schedule. Review the full document from City of Helotes for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Helotes, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.