Sarasota County Mosquito Aerial Adulticide Application Services IFB 272926MH
Sarasota CountyCounty · Sarasota, FL- Due
- Dec 15, 2026
- 33 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Michael Hicks
- (941) 861-0614
The 30-second brief
Sarasota County seeks fixed-wing, dual-engine aircraft for aerial mosquito control services and adulticiding over treatment areas of up to 34,000 acres within a six-hour operational period. The work involves applying mosquito control products such as Dibrom (Naled) and Anvil at specified rates, altitudes, and air speeds, maintaining GIS records compatible with ArcGIS, and adhering to Sarasota County Integrated Pest Management guidelines. The initial contract term is three years with an estimated usage based on operational needs. Bidders must submit proposals through the OpenGov portal by December 15, 2026, and meet minimum experience requirements, hold an FDACS Public Health Pest Control License, and provide required insurance coverage including aircraft and pollution liability.
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Summary
Sarasota County seeks fixed-wing, dual-engine aircraft for aerial mosquito control services and adulticiding over treatment areas of up to 34,000 acres within a six-hour operational period.
The work involves applying mosquito control products such as Dibrom (Naled) and Anvil at specified rates, altitudes, and air speeds, maintaining GIS records compatible with ArcGIS, and adhering to Sarasota County Integrated Pest Management guidelines. The initial contract term is three years with an estimated usage based on operational needs. Bidders must submit proposals through the OpenGov portal by December 15, 2026, and meet minimum experience requirements, hold an FDACS Public Health Pest Control License, and provide required insurance coverage including aircraft and pollution liability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest total bid price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Vendor Questionnaire
- Local & American Business Certification Form
- Certificates of Insurance
- References
- Documentation of FDACS Public Health Pest Control License
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scgov
- Scope location
- Sarasota, FL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Sarasota County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scgov. For questions, contact Michael Hicks.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Sarasota County 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 Bid 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 Michael Hicks at (941) 861-0614. 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: "Responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest total bid price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sarasota County?
All active and historical solicitations from Sarasota County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Sarasota 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 15, 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 Bid?
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: Vendor Questionnaire, Local & American Business Certification Form, Certificates of Insurance, references, documentation of FDACS Public Health Pest Control License. Review the full document from Sarasota 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: Sarasota, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.