Various Exotic Animal Diets (BC-Bid-20-02)

The County of Bergen is seeking vendors to provide exotic animal diets for the Bergen County Department of Parks, Van Saun Zoological Park, and the James McFaul Environmental Center. The contract is for a period of one year, commencing on April 20, 2020, and ending on April 19, 2021. The vendors will be required to furnish and deliver the exotic animal foods as needed. The County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive identified irregularities and technicalities. Some key points to note are: * The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. * The vendor must provide a certified payroll record to the owner within ten days of the payment of the wages. * The vendor must comply with the requirements of the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act. * The vendor must provide proof of business registration. * The vendor must indemnify and hold harmless the County from all claims, suits, or actions and damages or costs of every name and description. Some of the key products or services being requested are: * Exotic animal diets * Delivery of exotic animal foods * Compliance with the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act * Proof of business registration * Indemnification and hold harmless agreement