CITY OF GRAND FORKS NORTH DAKOTA REQUEST FOR BID

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1 CITY OF GRAND FORKS NORTH DAKOTA REQUEST FOR BID Vendor Contact Information: PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR PRICE ON THE ITEMS LISTED BELOW AND RETURN THIS FORM TO: FINANCE & ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES By USPS: P. O. BOX 5200 Grand Forks, ND By Courier Delivery: 255 N 4 th Street, Grand Forks, ND QUANTITY DESCRIPTION UNIT PRICE TOTAL DELIVERY DATE Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment (Please see attached specifications) *********************************************************** PRICES ARE F. O. B. GRAND FORKS, ND. Bids/Proposals are to be submitted sealed with Bid Number clearly marked on the outside of the envelope by 2:00 p.m. on April 9, All bids must be properly labeled on the outside of the bid envelope with the Bid Number and contain this form bearing a signature of an authorized officer or representative of the Vendor in order to be considered valid. Improperly labeled bids or those not containing a signed bid form will be rejected. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or part thereof, to accept one or more items of a bid without obligation as to other items, and to waive any informalities or irregularities. Vendor Signature (REQUIRED FOR VALID BID) DATE SIGNED This form is to be used for purchases requiring sealed bids for the City of Grand Forks. Adopted by City Council : (April 18, 2011) (Revised 03/31/2015)

2 City of Grand Forks Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Bid Specifications Request for Bid # Introduction The purpose of this bid is to purchase Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment for use by the Grand Forks Health Department-Mosquito Control. Return Mailing Address and Deadline for Receipt of Proposals Sealed bids must be received by the City of Grand Forks at the location specified below no later than 2:00 PM, on April 9 th, Bids will be publicly read at the opening. Envelopes or packages containing bids must be sealed and clearly addressed as described below to ensure proper delivery and to avoid being opened by the City before the deadline for receipt: OFFICE OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES City Hall, P.O. Box 5200, 255 North 4 th Street Grand Forks, North Dakota REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL # Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Opening Date: April 9, 2018 Bids may not be delivered to the City of Grand Forks orally, by facsimile transmission, by other telecommunication, or electronic means. Vendors who choose to fax or electronically transmit signed bids to a third party are solely responsible to ensure the properly sealed bid is delivered to the location indicated above by the date and time designated as the deadline for receipt of proposals. Vendors assume the risk of the method of dispatch chosen. The City of Grand Forks assumes no responsibility for delays caused by any delivery service. Late bids or amendments will not be opened or accepted for evaluation. Grand Forks Public Health Department-Mosquito Control Point of Contact For clarification or additional information regarding this Request for Bids contact Todd Hanson, Manager, Grand Forks Public Health Department-Mosquito Control. Office: (701) thanson@grandforksgov.com 1. GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 Project Overview The purpose of this bid project is to purchase Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment for use by the Grand Forks Public Health Department-Mosquito Control. 1.2 Roles and Responsibilities The City of Grand Forks is the solicitor and will have final authority on all specifications of the Mosquito Control Products and Equipment The Point of Contact and project coordinator for any questions, clarifications or comments on this requested proposal will be Todd Hanson of the Grand Forks Public Health Department. PH. (701) , thanson@grandforksgov.com 1.3 Proposal Procedures City of Grand Forks - Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Bid Specifications - Request for Bid # Page 1

3 1.3.1 Proposal procedures will be the responsibility of, and in accordance with established City of Grand Forks bid procedures Proposals will be evaluated on the basis of cost, compliance and vendor reliability City of Grand Forks retains the right to refuse any and all proposals. 2. LARVICIDE PRODUCTS REQUESTED 2.1 Altosid Pellets or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 4.25% (S)-Methoprene (CAS # ) as the This insecticide will provide up to 30 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 2.2 Altosid XR-G or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 1.5% (S)-Methoprene (CAS # ) as the This insecticide will provide up to 21 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 2.3 Altosid XR Briquets or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 2.1% (S)-Methoprene (CAS # ) as the This insecticide will provide up to 150 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 2.4 Altosid 30-day Briquets or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 8.62% (S)-Methoprene (CAS # ) as the This insecticide will provide up to 30 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 2.5 Altosid WSP or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 4.25% (S)-Methoprene (CAS # ) as the This insecticide will provide up to 30 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 2.6 Altosid P35 or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 4.25% (S)-Methoprene (CAS # ) as the This insecticide will provide up to 35 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 2.7 Duplex-G or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 5.35% Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis This larvicide must contain at least 1.60% (S)-Methoprene (CAS # ) as the This insecticide will provide up to 28 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. City of Grand Forks - Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Bid Specifications - Request for Bid # Page 2

4 2.8 BTI Briquets, Mosquito Dunks, or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 10.31% Bacillus thuringiensis isralelensis as the This insecticide will release effective levels of Bti for a period of 30 days or longer under normal environmental conditions SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 2.9 Spheratax SPH (50 G) or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 5.0% Bacillus sphaericus serotype H5a5b, strain 2362 technical powder SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid MetaLarv S-PT or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 4.25% (S)-Methoprene (CAS # ) as the This insecticide will provide up to 42 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid VectoBac WDG or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least37.4% Bacillus thuringiensis, subsp. israelensis, strain AM fermentation solids, spores, and insecticidal toxins SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid VectoPrime FG or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 6.07% Bacillus thuringiensis, subsp. Israelensis, strain AM and 0.10% (S)-Methoprene as the This insecticide will provide 7 14 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Vectolex or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 7.5% Bacillus sphaericus serotype H5a5b, strain 2362 technical powder SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Fourstar CRG Microbial Larvicide or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 9.0% Bacillus sphaericus serotype H5a5b, strain 2362 and 1.0% Bacillus thuringiensis isralelensis strain BMP This insecticide will release effective levels of Bacillus sphaericus and Bti for a period of 60 days or longer under normal environmental conditions SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Fourstar Bti-CRG Microbial Larvicide or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 10% Bacillus thuringiensis isralelensis strain BMP This insecticide will release effective levels of Bti for a period of 40 days under typical environmental conditions SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Fourstar MBG Microbial Larvicide or EQUIVALENT City of Grand Forks - Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Bid Specifications - Request for Bid # Page 3

5 This larvicide must contain at least 3.0% Bacillus sphaericus serotype H5a5b, strain 2362 and 3.0% Bacillus thuringiensis isralelensis strain BMP This insecticide will release effective levels of Bacillus sphaericus and Bti for 1 to 4 weeks under typical environmental conditions SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Fourstar 45-day Microbial Briquets or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 6.0% Bacillus sphaericus serotype H5a5b, strain 2362 and 1.0% Bacillus thuringiensis isralelensis strain BMP This insecticide will release effective levels of Bacillus sphaericus and Bti for a period of 45 days or longer under normal environmental conditions SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Fourstar 90-day Microbial Briquets or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 6.0% Bacillus sphaericus serotype H5a5b, strain 2362 and 1.0% Bacillus thuringiensis isralelensis strain BMP This insecticide will release effective levels of Bacillus sphaericus and Bti for a period of 90 days or longer under normal environmental conditions SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Fourstar 180-day Microbial Briquets or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 6.0% Bacillus sphaericus serotype H5a5b, strain 2362 and 1.0% Bacillus thuringiensis isralelensis strain BMP This insecticide will release effective levels of Bacillus sphaericus and Bti for a period of 180 days or longer under normal environmental conditions SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Natular G or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 0.5% Spinosad; mixture of spinosyn A [CAS# ] and spinosyn D [CAS# ] SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Natular XRG or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 2.5% Spinosad; mixture of spinosyn A [CAS# ] and spinosyn D [CAS# ] This insecticide will provide up to 30 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Natular XRT or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 6.25% Spinosad; mixture of spinosyn A [CAS# ] and spinosyn D [CAS# ] This insecticide will provide up to 180 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Natular T30 or EQUIVALENT This larvicide must contain at least 8.33% Spinosad; mixture of spinosyn A [CAS# ] and spinosyn D [CAS# ] This insecticide will provide up to 30 days control of emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. City of Grand Forks - Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Bid Specifications - Request for Bid # Page 4

6 2.24 Larvicide/Pupicide Oils, Agnique, MMF, or EQUIVALENT This is a non-toxic, biodegradable surfactant used to kill mosquito larvae, pupae, and emerging adult mosquitoes SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 3. ADULTICIDE PRODUCTS REQUESTED 3.1 Deltagard or EQUIVALENT This insecticide must contain at least 2% Deltamethrin EPA Reg. No and be labeled to be used for the control of adult mosquitoes using Ultra Low Volume equipment SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 3.2 Permanone 30-30, Prentox Perm-X UL 30-30, Evoluer 30-30, Pro-Mate 30-30, Biomist 30-30, Kontrol or EQUIVALENT This insecticide must contain at least 30% Permethrin CAS [ ] and 30% Piperonyl Butoxide Technical CAS [ ] and be labeled to be used for the control of adult mosquitoes using Ultra Low Volume equipment SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 3.3 Prentox Perm-X UL 31-66, Evoluer 31-66, Permanone 31-66, Biomist 31-66, Kontrol or EQUIVALENT This insecticide must contain at least 31% Permethrin CAS [ ] and 66% Piperonyl Butoxide Technical CAS [ ] and be labeled to be used for the control of adult mosquitoes using Ultra Low Volume equipment SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 3.4 Zenivex E This insecticide must contain at least 20% Etofenprox CAS [ ] and be labeled to be used for the control of adult mosquitoes using Ultra Low Volume equipment SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 3.5 Trumpet EC, Dibrom, or EQUIVALENT This insecticide must contain at least 78% Naled CAS [ ] and be labeled to be used for the control of adult mosquitoes using Ultra Low Volume equipment SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 3.6 Mosquito Barrier Sprays: Permethrin 10 EC, Permethrin 57%, Tempo, Suspend or EQUIVALENT This product will be applied as a residual spray in areas that may be occupied by people SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid. 3.7 Mineral Oil BVA 13 or EQUIVALENT The mineral oil shall be EPA registered and of purity to be used for pesticide applications SDS and Label for this product must be submitted with bid Please specify how long the bid price will be effective. (i.e. 30, 60, 90 days). City of Grand Forks - Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Bid Specifications - Request for Bid # Page 5

7 4. EQUIPMENT REQUESTED 4.1 London Fogger TYPE: Vehicle or trailer mountable - non-thermal, U.L.V. (Ultra Low Volume) Cold fog aerosol generator ENGINE: Twin cylinder Kohler with overhead valves, 4-cycle, gasoline, 18 h.p., 12 V. Fuel Consumption - regular or no lead automotive 1 gal/hr. Electric start with alternator, pressure lubrication and oil pressure sensing system AIR PUMP: Positive displacement, rotary, cast iron RPM, 6 p.s.i FORMULATION PUMP: Positive displacement piston pump with adjustable output from: 0 to 20 oz./min. (0 to 491 ml/min.) NOZZLE SYSTEM: High output, noise dampened with 360 degree horizontal and vertical adjustment TANKS: All tanks corrosion-resistant, high density polyethylene. Formulation: 15 U.S. Gallons (56.7 liters) Flushing: 1.5 U.S. Quarts (1.42 liters) Gasoline: 6.0 U.S. Gallons (22.7 liters) with cleanable filter PARTICLE SIZE: 80% of droplets less than 20 micron diameter depending on flow rate and viscosity DIMENSIONS: Weight Empty: 460 pounds (209 kilograms) Length: 46 inches (115 cm) Width: 33 inches (83 cm) Height: 27 inches (92) ENGINE: Power Rating at 3600 RPM: 18 hp (13.4 kw) Displacement: 38.1 cu. in. (624 cc) Bore: 3.03 in. (77 mm) Stroke: 2.64 in. (67 mm) Compression Ratio: 8.5:1 Oil Capacity (w/filter)*: 2.1 Pt. (2 L) Spark Plug Type: RV12YC Champion or Equiv. Spark Plug Gap: in. (.76 mm) Spark Plug Torque: ft.lb. ( Nm) BLOWER: Frame Size 45 Maximum RPM: 3000 Maximum Pressure 10 PSI (.014 Kgm2) Recommended Gear Oil: SAE 40 non-detergent Gearbox Capacity: 12.7 fl. oz. (0.37 L.) Compatible with Sentinel GIS adulticide module. 4.2 Phoenix Fogger 1800 HD Powered by GX630 Honda V-twin industrial engine Steel channel construction with chemical resistant, powder-coat finish on all frame parts Vortical nozzle, constructed with brass and stainless steel, swivels 360 degrees horizontally and vertically for maximum performance Nozzle air pressure switch (prevents flow to nozzle when pressure is not adequate) Cab control with ignition on / off, throttle down, engine start, choke, fog and flush Engine tachometer / hour meter and chemical flow hour meter Precision chemical flow rate controller Venturi release valve (instant chemical shut-off) Brass pressure adjustment valve with dual air diffuser / adjusts the particle size distribution per ULV label requirements FMI electric lab pump, with waterproof lockable enclosure Engine and blower isolated to provide vibration-free performance CFM belt-driven, positive displacement blower with corrosion resistant air filter / silencer Maintenance-free electronic ignition gallon pour-clean poly formulation tank gallon poly gas tank City of Grand Forks - Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Bid Specifications - Request for Bid # Page 6

8 Meets or exceeds all label requirements for ground ULV products, including malathion Compatible with Sentinel GIS adulticide module. 4.3 Phoenix Fogger 800 MD Powered by GX240 Honda OHV industrial engine Engine oil level pressure switch (engine automatically shuts off if engine supply is low) Steel channel construction with chemical resistant, powder-coat finish on all frame parts Vortical nozzle, with brass and stainless steel, swivels 360 degrees horizontally and vertically for maximum performance gallon pour-clean poly formulation tank Cab control with ignition on / off, engine start, fog and flush, Engine tachometer / hour meter and chemical flow hour meter Precision chemical flow rate controller Venturi release valve (instant chemical shut-off) Brass pressure adjustment valve with dual air diffuser / adjusts the particle size distribution per ULV label requirements FMI electric lab pump, with waterproof, lockable enclosure Engine and blower isolated to provide vibration-free performance CFM belt-driven, positive displacement blower with corrosion resistant air filter /silencer Nozzle air pressure switch (prevents flow to nozzle when pressure is not adequate) Maintenance-free electronic ignition Meets or exceeds all label requirements for ground ULV products, including malathion Compatible with Sentinel GIS adulticide module. 4.4 Clarke Grizzly ULV Sprayer High Performance Laminar Air Flow nozzle swivels 360º horizontally and 200º vertically Rotary positive displacement blower P.S.I Glycerin filled pressure gauge Meets all label requirements for ground ULV products, including malathion at 20 mph rate Remote cab flow control with the SmartFlow control box Non-shear anti-vibration mounts FMI electric lab pump, with waterproof, lockable enclosure Electric start Flush system with 1 gallon solution tank Lockable pour-clean 15 gallon poly chemical tank HP OHV Briggs & Stratton engine with automotive type lubrication with spin-onoil filter All steel construction with Z-base rails for easier vehicle mounting gallon aluminum gas tank (EPA approved) Remote engine start/stop/choke/flush Automatic low pressure cutoff Engine hour meter and tachometer Chemical flow hour meter City of Grand Forks - Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Bid Specifications - Request for Bid # Page 7

9 Features Automatic Engine Idle Back Two stage powder coat finish on all frame parts SmartFlow control system capable of being used in tandem with GPS for variable flow with one-step calibration and three preprogrammed rates Compatible with Sentinel GIS adulticide module. 4.5 Gas Powered Ultra Low Volume (ULV) Sprayer Suitable for mosquito control ULV spray applications up to 20 mph Gas engine 18 hp minimum Gas tank 6 gallon minimum Lockable Formulation Tank 15 gallon minimum Flush Tank 1.5 quart minimum Pumping System: Positive displacement FMI pump, 20 oz/min output Vortical/360 degree rotatable nozzle with corrosive characteristics equal to or greater than stainless steel ULV nozzle/pressure control adjustable for droplet size Meet label requirements for ULV mosquito control insecticides Remote cab flow control, engine start/stop/choke/flush Chemical flow hour meter and engine tachometer Variable Flow Rate with GPS tracking: 5MPH minimum to 20MPH maximum. 4.6 Electric Ultra Low Volume (ULV) Sprayer Suitable for mosquito control ULV spray applications up to 20 mph Atomizer Type: High-speed rotary atomizer or equivalent Atomizer Motor: 12 volt DC, brushless, high-speed shielded bearings Blower Motor: High-output, minimum of 1,250 CF/minute Pumping System: Positive displacement, 18 oz/min output Anti-pulsing system Frame/Structure - aluminum, stainless steel or equivalent Stainless Steel Hardware Lockable Formulation Tank 15 US gallon Flush Tank 1.5 quart minimum Formulation Filter 25 micron large capacity Water Resistant Battery Enclosure, with chemical-resistant stainless steel restraints Remote Control from cab - Machine on/off, Spray on/off, formulation/flush selector Accumulative hour meter Droplet Size: 90% of particles below 20 Microns (VMD) Current Draw: 30 Amps maximum Volt High-Performance Battery with engine AC Charging Kit Variable Flow Rate with GPS tracking system: 5MPH minimum to 20MPH maximum Water-Resistant, tamper-resistant lockable electronics and Machine Cover. 5. WEST NILE VIRUS TEST EQUIPMENT REQUESTED 5.1 Vector Test Systems Inc West Nile Virus and St. Louis Encephalitis Virus test kits Each kit shall contain: WNV/SLE Test strips City of Grand Forks - Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Bid Specifications - Request for Bid # Page 8

10 5.1.4 Grinding solution BB s culture tubes conical tubes Tube racks, insert 5.2 RAMP West Nile Virus Test Kit RAMP WNV test cartridges RAMP WNV test tips (pouched with cartridges) x 60mL RAMP sample buffer (bulk) Copper Coated Ball Bearings mL Dilution Vials mL Sample Vials Transfer Device Package Insert Lot Card 6. QUALIFICATION PROCEDURES Suitable substitution must meet or exceed the specifications listed above. Requests for equivalent substitution must be submitted in writing to the Grand Forks Public Health Department Point of Contact prior to 4:00 PM on April 3, Difficulty or concerns in meeting the proposal requirements must be submitted in writing to the Grand Forks Public Health Department Point of Contact prior to 4:00 PM on April 3, Bid prices shall be good for 1 year from date of opening unless otherwise noted. City of Grand Forks - Mosquito Control Chemicals & Equipment Bid Specifications - Request for Bid # Page 9