Opportunity
Miami-Dade Supplier Systems #ITB0000017
Miami-Dade County Solicits Five-Year Aerial Mosquito Spraying Services
Posted
June 16, 2026
Respond By
July 02, 2026
Identifier
ITB0000017
NAICS
561710
Miami-Dade County is seeking a contractor to provide aerial mosquito control services over a five-year period. - Government Buyer: - Miami-Dade County Strategic Procurement Department - Department of Solid Waste Management, Mosquito Control Division - Products/Services Requested: - Aerial mosquito spraying using FAA-approved, multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft - Aircraft must be equipped for Ultra Low Volume (ULV) insecticide application - Must have GPS navigation and capacity for at least 45 gallons of county-supplied insecticide - Pilots must hold both FAA Pilot Certificate and Florida Public Health Pest Control license (aerial applicator category) - Estimated annual spraying: 200,000 acres - Estimated annual takeoffs: 5 - Pricing requested per acre and per takeoff for each of five years - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractor provides all labor, equipment, fuel, and operational costs - Use of county-supplied insecticides only - Compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations - Detailed reporting required for each mission - Rapid deployment capability required - Stringent safety, insurance, and reporting standards - Night-vision technology may be required for dusk/night operations - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation.
Description
This solicitation is to establish a contract for mosquito control services including aerial spraying using fixed-wing aircraft and ground spraying throughout Miami-Dade County. The contract term is five years, with specified costs per acre and per takeoff for each year. The awarded bidder must provide FAA-approved aircraft equipped for pesticide application and comply with all relevant regulations and safety standards. The County will supply the insecticide materials, and the contractor is responsible for application and reporting. Bidders must meet specific qualifications including licensed pilots and provide references.