RFP 2026-06 Animal Control & Bylaw Enforcement
Request for Proposals 2026-06: Animal Control and Bylaw Enforcement Services
The Village of Pouce Coupe invites qualified individuals and firms to submit proposals for contracted animal control and bylaw enforcement services within Village boundaries.
The Village seeks an approachable service that combines public education, respectful communication and fair enforcement to help neighbours live well together and maintain a safe, welcoming community.
Services include complaint investigation, patrols, animal handling and care, temporary pound arrangements, emergency response and Village building alarm response. The successful contractor must provide its own vehicle and the equipment and facilities required under the agreement.
Proposed pricing: Proponents must submit an all-inclusive annual fee not exceeding $67,500, excluding GST, subject to the costs expressly assigned to the Village in the agreement.
Anticipated start: December 1, 2026. The contract’s last scheduled service day is January 31, 2030.
Submission deadline: November 9, 2026 at 12:00 noon, local time in Pouce Coupe.
Submit proposals as PDF attachments to dmalkinson@poucecoupe.ca. The email subject line must identify “Animal Control and Bylaw Enforcement Services” and the proponent’s name. Proposals cannot be submitted through BC Bid.
Please review the RFP and draft contract provided with this posting for the complete scope, qualifications, service requirements, evaluation criteria and required submission forms. Proponents are responsible for reviewing and acknowledging all addenda.
Inquiries: Direct questions in writing to Duncan Malkinson at dmalkinson@poucecoupe.ca by November 4, 2026 at 12:00 noon, local time in Pouce Coupe.