Mosquito Larvicide Application Services

The City of Tucson is seeking a contractor to provide Mosquito Larvicide Application Services at the Sweetwater Recharge Facility and Wetlands. The contractor will be responsible for applying granulated mosquito larvicide and providing technical assistance for controlling the mosquito population. The contract is for a period of 5 years, with the option to renew. The City of Tucson will provide the larvicide products and transportation to the application site. The contractor must have the necessary licenses and certifications, including an Arizona State Department of Agriculture (AZDA) licensing and a Qualified Party (QP) and Qualified Applicator (QA) designation. The contractor will be paid on a per application basis, with a total budget of $65,000. • The contractor must apply the larvicide weekly during the warm season and monthly during the cool season. • The contractor must provide complete coverage of open water and peripheral aquatic vegetation. • The contractor must use a truck or trailer-mounted hydroseeder, pump sprayer, aerial drone, or other type of applicator capable of complete coverage. • The contractor must hold applicable licenses for their method of application. • The contractor must obtain a Tucson Water construction water permit and meter if using a hydroseeder or other water-based application.