Wildlife Control

The City of Vaughan is soliciting quotes for non-exclusive Wildlife Control services, specifically focusing on beaver management to protect infrastructure and reduce flooding within the city's watercourses and stormwater management facilities. The contract includes a firm term from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2028, with the possibility of five optional one-year extensions. The scope of work involves wildlife monitoring site visits, trapping services, and the removal of dams and debris. Contractors must acknowledge and action City requests within 24 hours and provide detailed site visit record sheets with time-stamped photos. Payment is based on unit prices for successful trapping and debris removal, with annual price adjustments during extension years capped at three percent based on the Ontario Consumer Price Index. Bidders must submit all proposals electronically via the City's bidding system by October 7, 2026. Mandatory requirements include a valid trapper license from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and adherence to the Fish and Wildlife Act, specific Ontario trapping and hunting regulations, and City Animal Control Bylaw 066-2020. The City will evaluate bidders based on qualifications, safety records, equipment, and past performance. Insurance requirements are stringent, requiring a minimum of 10 million dollars in Commercial General Liability or a combination of primary and umbrella coverage, as well as 5 million dollars in automobile liability. Additionally, the contractor must use AIHTS certified traps and may be required to provide health and safety certifications such as COR or ISO45001.