Pest Control Services

The Regional Municipality of Niagara, on behalf of the Niagara Public Purchasing Committee, is soliciting proposals for Pest Control and Wildlife Management Services under RFP 2026-RFP-116. The successful proponent will provide comprehensive preventative and demand maintenance services, including all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for various participating agencies. The contract is for an initial three-year term, with the option for the Niagara Region to extend for up to two additional one-year terms. Key operational requirements include maintaining a physical office with 24/7/365 live answer service, a one-hour return call window, and a maximum three-hour on-site response time. Proponents must meet strict mandatory requirements, including possessing a Ministry of Environment license for structural pest control, an operating license, and Working From Heights certificates where applicable. Personnel assigned to police facilities must undergo annual police background checks. The evaluation process is weighted, with 80 percent based on rated criteria—specifically company experience, an Integrated Pest Management plan, staff qualifications, and additional services—and 20 percent based on pricing. Award selection is based on the highest total score, with a tie-breaker favoring the proponent with the highest rated criteria score. Contractors are required to maintain significant insurance coverage, including at least 5 million dollars in commercial general liability and 2 million to 5 million dollars in automobile liability, alongside a valid WSIB clearance certificate. All services must comply with the Ontario Pesticides Act and the Federal Pest Control Act, with a preference for environmentally safe and biodegradable products. Invoicing must be submitted monthly in electronic format, with each participating agency invoiced separately under a single purchase order, and payments issued within 30 days of receipt.