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SUBJECT
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Consideration to award RFQ 2026-003 Wildlife Management Professionals services contract with sole bidder Brewster Environmental Quality Services LLC, Laredo, Tx. in the total amount not to exceed $204,000.00 for a one (1) year term. Agreement may be renewed for up to two (2) one-year terms. For developing and implementing wildlife population control plans. The primary objective is to reduce the population of wild hogs (Sus scrofa) and javelinas (Pecari tajacu) within the city limits and surrounding areas, which have increasingly become a threat to public safety, property, and the local ecosystem body. Funding is available in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund – Animal Care Services.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On April 07, 2026, Council approved Motion 26-173.
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo Public Health Department – Animal Care Services issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for qualified Wildlife Management Professionals or Firms with expertise in developing and implementing wildlife population control plans. The primary objective is to reduce the population of wild hogs (Sus scrofa) and javelinas (Pecari tajacu) within the city limits and surrounding areas, which have increasingly become a threat to public safety, property, and the local ecosystem. The RFQ was publicly advertised and posted in accordance with the City’s procurement policies.
VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
Goal 7.2: Prevent and control risks to public health and safety.
Policy 7.2.8: Manage animal populations to reduce the risk of injury, property damage, and zoonotic disease transmission.
Goal 7.6: Protect the community from environmental and public safety hazards.
Policy 7.6.1: Address environmental and wildlife-related threats that impact community health and safety.
Goal 7.5: Strengthen public health systems and operational capacity.
Policy 7.5.1: Support effective public health and animal control operatio...
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