RFIP - MOSQUITO CONTROL SERVICES FOR WASA/TA TA CREEK AND SKOOKUMCHUCK

The Regional District of East Kootenay is soliciting proposals for seasonal mosquito control services in the Wasa, Ta Ta Creek, and Skookumchuck areas of British Columbia. The scope of work includes comprehensive mosquito surveillance, larval habitat assessments, and species identification to inform treatment decisions. Approved larvicides and control products will be applied using ground-based and aerial methods, including the potential use of drones, with a specific focus on protecting environmentally sensitive areas such as wetlands, watercourses, and residential zones. The contract is structured around a base price covering the treatment of up to 700 hectares, with additional per-hectare rates for ground, aerial, and drone treatments beyond that limit. Evaluation is based on a point system where price accounts for 50 points, and proponents must demonstrate at least five years of experience in managing similar large-scale, geographically dispersed mosquito control programs. Key deliverables include detailed treatment records, GIS mapping data, and final end-of-season reports due by January 31. All operations must strictly adhere to product labels, aviation requirements, and occupational health and safety obligations.