Bayer Chipco Choice Insecticide Application

Sarasota County's Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources department is soliciting bids for a licensed applicator to provide and apply Bayer Chipco Choice insecticide, or an approved Fipronil alternate, across approximately 150 acres at 14 different park locations. The application services must be performed between March 15 and March 19, 2027. This is a Quick Quote solicitation where the award will be granted to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total bid price, provided the quote does not exceed $50,000. Responses must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by November 18, 2026, at 2:30 pm. To be considered responsive, bidders must provide proof of active licenses and certifications and adhere to strict communication protocols by contacting only the designated procurement official. The selected contractor is responsible for purchasing the insecticide and must comply with EPA label requirements, the Worker Protection Standard, and Sarasota County's Integrated Pest Management procedural guidelines. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, Business Automobile Liability of $1,000,000, and Workers' Compensation in accordance with Florida Statutes. Payment will be issued upon completion of the work, and all invoices must include the applicable Purchase Order number.