Description
The City of Jonesboro, Arkansas is seeking a qualified vendor to provide a comprehensive mosquito management program, including routine services and on-call/emergency mosquito abatement services. The program should incorporate best practices, data-driven decision-making, environmentally responsible control methods, and clear performance reporting. The vendor will be responsible for providing a range of services, including aerial applications, ground-based adulticiding and larviciding, special event coverage, and emergency or public-requested applications. The contract term is expected to begin on January 1, 2026, and end on December 31, 2029, with the option for renewal. The key services and requirements include:
• Integrated mosquito management approach
• Control strategies addressing all mosquito life stages
• Emphasis on environmentally responsible and scientifically supported practices
• Itemized pricing for various services
• Staffing and local economic impact
• Surveillance, data collection, and response
• Environmental stewardship
• Reporting and communication
• Public education and prevention