Emmet County Animal Control/Shelter Contractual Services RFP EC-07-2025 #14
Emmet County, Emmet County, MI·County
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- Primary Contact
- Rich Bankey
- Contract Term
- 3 years
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope Location
- Emmet County, Michigan
- Submission Address
- Emmet County Finance Department, 200 Division Street, Suite G70, Petoskey, MI 49770
SUMMARY
Emmet County is soliciting proposals from qualified and licensed animal protection facilities to provide contractual animal sheltering services in accordance with Emmet County Animal Control Ordinance 79-15. Services include impoundment, sheltering, veterinary care, and euthanasia for stray and injured animals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience/Qualifications, Proper staffing and shelter requirements, Cost, References, Insurance, and Licensing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Animal sheltering services, Reporting, Public education participation, Recommendations for ordinance updates.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 (Pricing Proposal)
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Emmet County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 26, 2025. 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: Emmet County Finance Department, 200 Division Street, Suite G70, Petoskey, MI 49770. For questions, contact Rich Bankey.
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/Qualifications, Proper staffing and shelter requirements, Cost, References, Insurance, and Licensing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Emmet County?
All active and historical solicitations from Emmet County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Emmet County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Attachment 1 (Pricing Proposal). Review the full document from Emmet County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Emmet County in MI, 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 Rich Bankey. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Emmet County, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Animal sheltering services, Reporting, Public education participation, Recommendations for ordinance updates.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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