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Contract Award to Florida Pest Control & Chemical Co., for Pest Control Services for Regional Transit System (B)
This item is a request to approve the recommended award and execute a contract with Florida Pest Control & Chemical Co., for Pest Control Services for Regional Transit System.
Explanation
The Regional Transit System (RTS) currently has 3 locations as well as the fleet of transit buses that require regular pest control treatment. On June 1, 2017, the City’s Purchasing Division solicited an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Pest Control Services for the Regional Transit System. The ITB process was implemented in compliance with, and as required by, Florida Statutes and City of Gainesville policies.
Two (2) proposals were submitted by the deadline. The lowest bid meeting all requirements and specifications was from Florida Pest Control & Chemical Co.
RTS desires to enter into a contract for five (5) years with Florida Pest Control & Chemical Co., not to exceed $30,000 annually.
Fiscal Note
Funds in the amount of $30,000 annually are available in the RTS operating budget.
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder; and 2) authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute a contract, subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.