Galveston County - Aerial Adulticide/Insecticide Application Services - RFP #26-107 (2026)
Galveston CountyCounty · Galveston, TX- Due
- Sep 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Frank Rodriguez
- (409) 770-5372
The 30-second brief
Galveston County, Texas is seeking qualified aerial application contractors to provide Aerial Adulticide/Insecticide Application Services for county-wide mosquito control. The contractor will apply the insecticide Dibrom (active ingredient Naled) using aircraft capable of treating at least 30,000 acres in a single evening of spraying. The project requires compliance with FAA Part 137, GPS guidance systems, spray nozzle systems, weather monitoring, and detailed spray mission reports. The submission deadline is September 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference on August 26, 2026.
Rate per acre (based on 20, 000-acre minimum per Application Event), Minimum charge per Application Event (20, 000 acres x Line 1 rate), Mobilization/standby fee (if any), Any additional fees
Cost 30%, Experience 30%, Ability to Perform 40%
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Summary
Galveston County, Texas is seeking qualified aerial application contractors to provide Aerial Adulticide/Insecticide Application Services for county-wide mosquito control.
The contractor will apply the insecticide Dibrom (active ingredient Naled) using aircraft capable of treating at least 30,000 acres in a single evening of spraying. The project requires compliance with FAA Part 137, GPS guidance systems, spray nozzle systems, weather monitoring, and detailed spray mission reports. The submission deadline is September 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference on August 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Cost 30%
- Experience 30%
- Ability to Perform 40%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Rate per acre (based on 20, 000-acre minimum per Application Event), Minimum charge per Application Event (20, 000 acres x Line 1 rate), Mobilization/standby fee (if any), Any additional fees
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Required Documents Checklist
- Addenda Acknowledgement
- Vendor Qualification Packet
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Other Ineligibility (Attachment B)
- Certification Regarding Lobbying Form (Attachment C)
- Non-Collusion Affidavit (Attachment D)
- Prohibition on Contracts with Companies Boycotting Israel (Attachment E)
- Prohibition on Contracts with Certain Companies (Attachment F)
- Information for Notice (Attachment G)
- References (Attachment H)
- Bid Proposal
- Contract
- Submit to
- https://galvestoncountytx.bonfirehub.com/
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Galveston, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Galveston County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 17, 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://galvestoncountytx.bonfirehub.com/. For questions, contact Frank Rodriguez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Galveston County 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 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 Frank Rodriguez at (409) 770-5372. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Rate per acre (based on 20, 000-acre minimum per Application Event), Minimum charge per Application Event (20, 000 acres x Line 1 rate), Mobilization/standby fee (if any), Any additional fees. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Cost 30%, Experience 30%, Ability to Perform 40%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Galveston County?
All active and historical solicitations from Galveston County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Galveston 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: Required Documents Checklist, Addenda Acknowledgement, Vendor Qualification Packet, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Ineligibility (Attachment B), Certification Regarding Lobby. Review the full document from Galveston County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Galveston, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
