Finance Department
General Services Division
Proposal For Services
Due: 09/15/2026 – 5:00 p.m.
The City of Berkeley City Manager’s Office seeks competitive written proposals for
Supplemental Veterinary Services for Berkeley Animal Care Services.
The work to be done includes:
• Contractor shall provide supplemental veterinary services for animals in the care of
Berkeley Animal Care Services (BACS) when necessary diagnostic testing or treatment
cannot be provided in-house due to equipment, staffing, or treatment limitations.
• Services will be provided on an as-needed basis. BACS anticipates utilizing the
Contractor's services no more than a few times per month.
• Contractor should provide pricing for the services listed below. Pricing should identify
the cost for each service where possible. A general price range may be provided for
dentistry, as individual cases may require a separate estimate.
SERVICES AND PRICING REQUESTED
• Radiographs
o Sedation for radiographs
o Radiograph review/interpretation
• Ultrasound
• Day hospitalization
o With fluids
o With IV antibiotics and/or pain medications
• Dentistry
o General price range
• Urgent care examination
o Examination of stable animals requiring veterinary evaluation on a day when
BACS does not have an in-house veterinarian available. Cases may include
suspected abuse victims, animals suspected of being hit by a vehicle, fight
wounds, or similar injuries or medical concerns that may require treatment.
DATE SENT TO VENDORS: 09/01/2026
Instructions to vendors:
On company letterhead, submit a signed, firm, lump sum proposal to accomplish the project
described in the quote. Total cost of all services shall not exceed $50,000. Term of
performance shall not exceed 12 months.
City of Berkeley, Finance Department, General Services Division
2180 Milvia Street, 3rd Floor
purchasing@berkeleyca.gov
Finance Department
General Services Division
For questions related to the project contact mstpierre@berkeleyca.gov
Proposals are due 09/15/2026 – 5:00 p.m. via email to mstpierre@berkeleyca.gov cc:
purchasing@berkeleyca.gov
City of Berkeley, Finance Department, General Services Division
2180 Milvia Street, 3rd Floor
purchasing@berkeleyca.gov
Finance Department
General Services Division
City terms: Net 30
Do you offer an early payment discount? If yes, _________
Do you offer a discount for early payment using a credit card? If yes ______________%
Is your firm based in Berkeley?
Is your firm an MBE?
Is your firm a WBE?
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See the City’s Purchase Order Terms and Conditions
City of Berkeley, Finance Department, General Services Division
2180 Milvia Street, 3rd Floor
purchasing@berkeleyca.gov