Davenport Ionwave #26-62

City of Davenport Seeks Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) Program Services for Community Cats

The City of Davenport, Iowa is seeking qualified organizations to provide Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) Program Services for community cats within city limits. - Government Buyer: - City of Davenport, Iowa - Eligible Vendors: - Nonprofit organizations, veterinary providers, and animal welfare agencies (no specific OEMs or vendors named) - Services Requested: - Humane trapping of community cats - Veterinary care including spay/neuter surgery - Required vaccinations (rabies and distemper) - Ear-tipping and microchipping - Euthanasia if medically necessary - Return of healthy cats to their original locations - Colony management - Data collection and reporting - Community outreach and education - Proposal Requirements: - Per-cat pricing for all services - Administrative cost breakdown - Details on data collection methods - Proof of organizational qualifications and project approach - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with city ordinances and Association of Shelter Veterinarian guidelines - Use of licensed veterinary care - Electronic proposal submission via the City's e-bidding system - Insurance and adherence to all applicable laws and ethical standards - City may award to multiple vendors - Funding & Payment: - Monthly reimbursement for eligible services performed, subject to available funding - Place of Performance: - City of Davenport, Iowa

Description

The City of Davenport, Iowa is soliciting proposals from qualified nonprofit organizations, veterinary providers, or animal welfare agencies to implement a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program for community cats within city limits. The program aims to humanely trap community cats, provide sterilization, vaccinations, ear-tipping, and return healthy cats to their original locations to reduce the free-roaming cat population and shelter intake rates. The selected organization(s) will also provide data collection, reporting, community outreach, and education. Proposals must be submitted electronically by May 11, 2026.

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