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How to bid on As Needed Aquatic Growth Control Services for LA County Parks and Recreation
What LA County Parks and Recreation is buying
Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation is seeking contractors for as-needed aquatic weed and algae growth control services. This opportunity aims to establish a Master Agreement to consolidate these services across several lake facilities.
Vendors should care because this is an ongoing need for the agency, offering a chance to secure a long-term agreement for specialized environmental services.
Key dates and deadlines
This is a continuous solicitation, meaning the County accepts responses on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline. While an initial submission deadline was October 16, 2018, and a contractor conference was held on October 3, 2018, the agency continues to evaluate Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) received after the initial deadline.
SOQs received after the initial submission deadline will be evaluated after the initial Master Agreements have been executed. There is no specific end date for submitting responses.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in aquatic weed and algae growth control services. Bidders must possess a valid California Pest Control Business License, an Agricultural Pest Control Advisor License (Category E), and a Qualified Applicator’s License (Category F).
Additionally, contractors need a minimum of three years of experience within the last five years providing these specific services. This is a supplies category opportunity requiring specialized licenses and experience.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, click “View original source” to land on the bid’s card on the LA County portal. No account is needed to view the details.
Click the solicitation number on that card to find full details and download all public documents. Submit your response as directed in the solicitation documents.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Ensure all required licenses are current and clearly documented in your submission. Highlight your three years of recent experience in aquatic weed and algae growth control services, providing specific examples where possible.
Carefully review all sections of the Request for Statements of Qualifications (RFSQ) to ensure your submission addresses all minimum qualifications and requirements. Even though it's a rolling submission, a thorough and complete SOQ will stand out.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from LA County Parks and Recreation; the original posting controls.