City of Sebastopol Animal Control Services RFP
City of SebastopolCity · Sebastopol, CA- Due
- Feb 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chief Sean McDonagh
- (707) 829-4400
The 30-second brief
The City of Sebastopol is seeking proposals from qualified firms for comprehensive animal control services and sheltering. Services include enforcement of animal regulations, care and placement of impounded animals, response to calls, public education, and sheltering/transport coordination. The city has an available budget of $20,000 per year for contract services.
Qualifications and Experience, Staffing and Contractor References, Cost of Services, Compliance with RFP Requirements
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Summary
The City of Sebastopol is seeking proposals from qualified firms for comprehensive animal control services and sheltering.
Services include enforcement of animal regulations, care and placement of impounded animals, response to calls, public education, and sheltering/transport coordination. The city has an available budget of $20,000 per year for contract services.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications and Experience
- Staffing and Contractor References
- Cost of Services
- Compliance with RFP Requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Cover Letter
- Contractor Qualifications
- Key Personnel
- Subcontractors
- Fee Information
- Budget
- References
- Conflict of Interest disclosure
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- City of Sebastopol
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Sebastopol?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Chief Sean McDonagh.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Sebastopol in CA, 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 RFP 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 Chief Sean McDonagh at (707) 829-4400. 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: "Qualifications and Experience, Staffing and Contractor References, Cost of Services, Compliance with RFP Requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Sebastopol?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Sebastopol are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Sebastopol 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 RFP?
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: Cover Letter, Contractor Qualifications, Key Personnel, Subcontractors, Fee Information, Budget, References, Conflict of Interest disclosure.. Review the full document from City of Sebastopol for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: City of Sebastopol. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.