Description
Cowlitz County is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from non-profit organizations to pre-qualify partners capable of receiving animals released from the custody of the Cowlitz County Sheriff’s Office and assuming responsibility for their housing, care, and disposition. The selected organization(s) must provide services including animal intake, housing and daily care, veterinary care, foster coordination, adoption services, and reporting and records management.
• Must be registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in good standing, authorized to operate in Washington State, and eligible to receive public funds.
• Minimum of two years’ experience operating an animal rescue, shelter, foster-based organization, or similar animal welfare program, with a proven track record of successful animal placement.
• Located within approximately a 30-minute travel radius of Cowlitz County, or otherwise demonstrate the ability to provide timely animal intake, transfer, and placement services.
• Demonstrated ability to provide ongoing care for multiple animals, including access to appropriate housing (facility, foster network, or both), and capability to manage animals requiring separation or specialized handling.
• Established relationships with licensed veterinarians and the ability to coordinate routine and emergency medical care, including spay/neuter and vaccinations.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation for animal intake, care, and disposition, including adoption and foster agreements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain general liability insurance appropriate to the services contemplated under this RFQ and to name Cowlitz County as an additional insured.
• Must have no material history of violations related to animal welfare or regulatory compliance.