Animal Control Officer Services

The Town of Concord is seeking qualified proposers to provide Animal Control Officer services in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 140, Sections 136A through 175, and local Bylaws, under the provisions of M.G.L. c.30B, Section 6. Proposals must be submitted as sealed written responses and will be evaluated based on the criteria outlined in the Request for Proposals, which becomes available on July 17, 2026, at 4:00 PM via the Town’s official bidding portal. The position requires adherence to state and municipal regulations governing animal control, including enforcement, rescue, reporting, and public safety duties, and the selected provider must demonstrate experience, competence, and compliance with all legal and operational standards. The solicitation number is BD-27-1255-PD210-PFS10-131185, and proposals must be received no later than 3:00 PM on August 3, 2026. The contract is managed by the Concord Police Department, with Ryan Ferrara listed as the primary point of contact. All services are to be performed within Concord, Massachusetts, at the specified location on Walden Street, and interested parties must access the full RFP documentation through the town’s website or the CommBuys portal. This is a competitive solicitation open to qualified entities, with no set-aside provisions, and awards will be made based on responsiveness, capability, and compliance with all specified requirements.