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City of Tampa Insect and Reptile Removal for the Water Dept. - 26-P-00516 (2026)

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Due
Nov 2, 2026
Due today
Posted
Oct 28, 2026
Contract term
1 year
Primary contact
Gloria Tolbert
(813) 274-8352

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What they're buying

Provide pest control service for water meters on an as needed basis for the City of Tampa Water Department. Pest Control Management includes removal of snakes, bees, yellow jackets, wasps, hornets, and lizards at various locations for the water dept. Locations are to be cleaned and secured to prevent further intrusions with all related labor, materials, supervision, equipment, and incidentals. Service hours must be between 7 am and 3 pm, Monday through Friday. The quote is based on one year of service with 100 units of insect removal/relocation and 100 units of reptile removal/relocation.

What you must deliver

Removal/Relocation of various insects (Ants/bees/hornets/wasps, Etc) at various locations for the water Dept., Removal/Relocation of Reptiles (snakes/lizards etc..) from various locations for the Water Dept.

Due todayDue Nov 2

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Summary

Provide pest control service for water meters on an as needed basis for the City of Tampa Water Department.

Pest Control Management includes removal of snakes, bees, yellow jackets, wasps, hornets, and lizards at various locations for the water dept. Locations are to be cleaned and secured to prevent further intrusions with all related labor, materials, supervision, equipment, and incidentals. Service hours must be between 7 am and 3 pm, Monday through Friday. The quote is based on one year of service with 100 units of insect removal/relocation and 100 units of reptile removal/relocation.

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

Removal/Relocation of various insects (Ants/bees/hornets/wasps, Etc) at various locations for the water Dept., Removal/Relocation of Reptiles (snakes/lizards etc..) from various locations for the Water Dept.

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

Authorized Representative's Information, Business License, License Number, Public Record Declaration or Claim of Exemption, Exemption form Public Records Law and Agreement to Indemnify and Defend the City of Tampa, proof of years in business as a pest control company, references per technical specifications

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https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityoftampa/projects/294542/document?projectId=26-P-00516
Scope location
Tampa, FL

Questions about this RFQ

How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Tampa?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityoftampa/projects/294542/document?projectId=26-P-00516. For questions, contact Gloria Tolbert.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?

Most government agencies, including City of Tampa in FL, 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 Gloria Tolbert at (813) 274-8352. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Removal/Relocation of various insects (Ants/bees/hornets/wasps, Etc) at various locations for the water Dept., Removal/Relocation of Reptiles (snakes/lizards etc..) from various locations for the Water Dept.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.

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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Tampa?

All active and historical solicitations from City of Tampa are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Tampa regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.

What is the contract term for this solicitation?

The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.

Is this solicitation still open for submissions?

Based on the posted deadline of November 2, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.

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: Authorized Representative's Information, Business License, License Number, Public Record Declaration or Claim of Exemption, Exemption form Public Records Law and Agreement to Indemnify and Defend the. Review the full document from City of Tampa for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tampa, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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