RFP Feasibility Study for Mosquito Control

The City of Jonesboro’s Advertising and Promotions Commission seeks a qualified firm to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for a municipal mosquito control program. The study will involve field surveillance of mosquito populations, GIS‑based land‑use mapping, cost modeling, and recommendations on program structures (in‑house, contracted, or hybrid). Deliverables include a work plan, monthly data summaries, GIS maps, a draft feasibility report, a final bound report, and a presentation to city leadership. The contract aims to inform public‑health decisions while ensuring cost‑effectiveness and regulatory compliance. • Scope: mosquito surveillance (traps, data analysis), GIS land‑use mapping, operational and financial feasibility assessment, community outreach strategy. • Timeline: Project start May 2027, field work May‑Sept 2027, draft report Oct 31 2027, final report Dec 1 2027. • Budget: Not disclosed; proposals must include detailed cost breakdown. • Submission: Electronic PDF to Craig Rickert by 2 PM Sept 30 2026; hard copies optional. • Evaluation: Expertise (30%), methodology (25%), GIS experience (20%), cost (15%), references (10%).