City of Cerritos Aquarium Maintenance Services

The City of Cerritos is soliciting proposals for professional aquarium maintenance services at the Cerritos Library under Bid No. 20260714015. The selected vendor will be responsible for the ongoing care of the library’s freshwater aquarium, ensuring optimal water chemistry, healthy aquatic life, and the proper functioning of all equipment. Duties include routine cleaning of the tank, gravel, and both interior and exterior surfaces; servicing and repairing pumps, filters, valves, and plumbing systems; diagnosing and treating fish diseases; and supplying necessary replacement parts. All maintenance must be performed during regular library hours with minimal disruption to patrons and staff. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of August 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The contract is open to qualified firms with demonstrated experience in aquarium care and aquatic system maintenance. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Patti Rubbo, reachable at 562-916-1320 or prubbo@cerritos.gov. Services are to be delivered at the Cerritos Library located in Cerritos, California, with a zip code of 90703. Respondents are expected to provide comprehensive service plans detailing their methodology, experience, and ability to meet the City’s operational requirements.