FURNISHING OF EXTERMINATING AND PEST CONTROL SERVICES

Solicitation B-26-063, issued by the Middlesex County Office of Purchasing, seeks bids for comprehensive exterminating and pest control services across various county agencies in New Jersey. The scope of work includes the provision of all personnel, equipment, and materials, such as bait and insecticides, to control rodents, roaches, and other insects. Services range from weekly treatments at locations like Johnson Park to monthly or bi-monthly visits at the George J. Oltowski Sr. Center and various detention centers. The contract spans twenty-four consecutive months and requires strict adherence to federal and state pesticide regulations, with specific prohibitions against caustic chemicals in historic buildings. The contract will be awarded to a primary and a secondary vendor based on the lowest total lump sum amount submitted on the bid sheet. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the OpenGov portal by October 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM, accompanied by a bid guarantee of 10 percent of the total bid price, not to exceed 20,000 dollars. Required documentation includes a corporate resolution, price certification, and various compliance forms regarding EEO, ADA, and prohibited activities in Russia, Belarus, and Iran. Successful vendors must provide a performance bond, maintain liability insurance, and ensure personnel obtain necessary security clearances for the Department of Corrections. Payment is processed monthly in accordance with NJSA 40A:11-19.l, with a standard payment timeline of sixty calendar days.