Upshur County Commission RFP for Veterinarian Services - Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility 2026
Upshur CountyCounty · Upshur County, WV- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Donna J. Bishoff
- (304) 472-0535 ext 3
The 30-second brief
The Upshur County Commission is seeking proposals from qualified veterinarians to provide in-house veterinarian services and spay/neuter services to facility-housed animals at the Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility located at 318 Muck Lick Road, Buckhannon, West Virginia. The selected veterinarian will be expected to perform pre-surgical physical examinations, administer pre-surgical drugs, maintain records, manage policies and procedures, adhere to WV Vet Board and AVMA standards, and assist with renewing DEA license specific to the facility address. Pricing must be itemized for cat spay/neuter, dog spay/neuter, and rabies vaccination, along with travel costs and clerical/overhead expenses. Proposals must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, to the Upshur County Commission, Upshur Co. Administrative Annex, 91 W Main Street, Suite 101, Buckhannon, WV 26201.
Qualifications, experience, and technical approach to the services, price
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Summary
The Upshur County Commission is seeking proposals from qualified veterinarians to provide in-house veterinarian services and spay/neuter services to facility-housed animals at the Lewis-Upshur Animal Control Facility located at 318 Muck Lick Road, Buckhannon, West Virginia.
The selected veterinarian will be expected to perform pre-surgical physical examinations, administer pre-surgical drugs, maintain records, manage policies and procedures, adhere to WV Vet Board and AVMA standards, and assist with renewing DEA license specific to the facility address. Pricing must be itemized for cat spay/neuter, dog spay/neuter, and rabies vaccination, along with travel costs and clerical/overhead expenses. Proposals must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, to the Upshur County Commission, Upshur Co. Administrative Annex, 91 W Main Street, Suite 101, Buckhannon, WV 26201.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications
- Experience
- Technical approach to the services
- Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Fully executed Non-Collusion Certificate - Attachment A, W-9
- Submit to
- Upshur County Commission, Upshur Co. Administrative Annex, 91 W Main Street, Suite 101, Buckhannon, WV 26201
- Scope location
- Buckhannon, WV
- Reported agency
- Upshur County Commission
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Upshur County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Upshur County Commission, Upshur Co. Administrative Annex, 91 W Main Street, Suite 101, Buckhannon, WV 26201. For questions, contact Donna J. Bishoff.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Upshur County in WV, 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 Donna J. Bishoff at (304) 472-0535 ext 3. 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, experience, and technical approach to the services, price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Upshur County?
All active and historical solicitations from Upshur County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Upshur 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 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 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: Fully executed Non-Collusion Certificate - Attachment A, W-9. Review the full document from Upshur 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: Buckhannon, WV. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.