Pest Control Services for the Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency
| Location: | Iowa |
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| Posted: | Feb 14, 2026 |
| Due: | Mar 6, 2026 |
| Agency: | City of Des Moines |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation No: | W26-178 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
Bid Information
| Type | Request for Bid |
| Status | Issued |
| Number | W26-178 (Pest Control Services for the Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency) |
| Issue Date & Time | 2/13/2026 12:02:47 PM (CT) |
| Close Date & Time | 3/6/2026 12:00:00 PM (CT) |
| Question Cut Off Date | 2/23/2026 03:00:00 PM (CT) |
| Notes |
The City of Des Moines, Iowa Municipal Housing Agency (DMMHA or “Owner”) is seeking bids from qualified contractors for pest control services per the terms, conditions, and specifications of this Request for Bid document.
Responses will be accepted through this electronic bidding system by the close date and time listed. Faxed, emailed, mailed or hand delivered responses will not be accepted. |
| Name | June Nasby |
| Address |
City of Des Moines Finance - 400 Robert D. Ray Dr.
Des Moines, IA 50309 USA |
| Phone | |
| Fax | |
| jmnasby@dmgov.org |
Bid Documents
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Bid Invitation
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Acrobat / PDF | BINVAVL | 9010227 |
Bid Attachments
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Standard Minor.pdf
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Standard Minor Insurance Requirements | 192 KB | 336114 | 4861284 |
| Insurance Carrier.pdf (please login to view this document) | Insurance Carrier | 76 KB | 336114 | 4810011 |
| HUD 5369-A representations certifications and other statements of bidders.pdf (please login to view this document) | HUD 5369-A representations certifications and other statements of bidders | 926 KB | 336114 | 6929417 |
| HUD 5369-B Instructions to Offerors Non-Construction.pdf (please login to view this document) | HUD 5369-B Instructions to Offerors Non-Construction | 437 KB | 336114 | 6929418 |
| HUD 5370-C General Conditions for Non-Construction Contracts.pdf (please login to view this document) | HUD 5370-C General Conditions for Non-Construction Contracts | 614 KB | 336114 | 6929420 |
| HUD 52158 Maintenance Wage Rate Determination.pdf (please login to view this document) | HUD 52158 Maintenance Wage Rate Determination | 34 KB | 336114 | 6929423 |
| EVM_FLR_PLANS.PDF (please login to view this document) | East View Manor Floor Plans | 1.20 MB | 336114 | 7119517 |
| RVM_FLR_PLANS.PDF (please login to view this document) | Royal View Manor Floor Plans | 2.70 MB | 336114 | 7119518 |
| SVM_FLR_PLANS.PDF (please login to view this document) | South View Manor Floor Plans | 1.38 MB | 336114 | 7119519 |
| HPP_FLR_PLANS.pdf (please login to view this document) | Highland Park Floor Plans | 1.32 MB | 336114 | 7119526 |
| OPP_FLR_PLANS.PDF (please login to view this document) | Oak Park Floor Plans | 1.51 MB | 336114 | 7119527 |
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W26-178
Pest Control Services for the Des Moines Municipal Housing
Agency
Issue Date: 2/13/2026
Questions Deadline: 2/23/2026 03:00 PM (CT)
Response Deadline: 3/6/2026 12:00 PM (CT)
Purchasing
Contact Information
Contact: June Nasby
Address: City of Des Moines Finance - 400 Robert D. Ray Dr.
Des Moines, IA 50309
Email: jmnasby@dmgov.org
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Event Information
Number:
W26-178
Title:
Pest Control Services for the Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency
Type:
Request for Bid
Issue Date:
2/13/2026
Question Deadline: 2/23/2026 03:00 PM (CT)
Response Deadline: 3/6/2026 12:00 PM (CT)
Notes:
The City of Des Moines, Iowa Municipal Housing Agency (DMMHA or “Owner”) is
seeking bids from qualified contractors for pest control services per the terms,
conditions, and specifications of this Request for Bid document.
Responses will be accepted through this electronic bidding system by the close date
and time listed.
Faxed, emailed, mailed or hand delivered responses will not be accepted.
Billing Information
Address: Des Moines, IA 50309
Email: fin-ap@dmgov.org
Bid Attachments
Standard Minor.pdf
Standard Minor Insurance Requirements
Insurance Carrier.pdf
Insurance Carrier
HUD 5369-A representations certifications and other statements of bidders.pdf
HUD 5369-A representations certifications and other statements of bidders
HUD 5369-B Instructions to Offerors Non-Construction.pdf
HUD 5369-B Instructions to Offerors Non-Construction
HUD 5370-C General Conditions for Non-Construction Contracts.pdf
HUD 5370-C General Conditions for Non-Construction Contracts
HUD 52158 Maintenance Wage Rate Determination.pdf
HUD 52158 Maintenance Wage Rate Determination
EVM_FLR_PLANS.PDF
East View Manor Floor Plans
RVM_FLR_PLANS.PDF
Royal View Manor Floor Plans
SVM_FLR_PLANS.PDF
South View Manor Floor Plans
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HPP_FLR_PLANS.pdf
Highland Park Floor Plans
OPP_FLR_PLANS.PDF
Oak Park Floor Plans
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Requested Attachments
Insurance Carrier
(Attachment required)
Upload the completed Insurance Carrier form located on the "Attachments" tab.
Service Report
(Attachment required)
Upload a copy of the service report that will be used per "Attribute" #28.
Pesticide Applicator Company License
(Attachment required)
Upload a copy of your pesticide applicator company license.
Commercial Pesticide Applicator certification
(Attachment required)
Upload a copy of each technician that may be assigned to this contract.
Bid Attributes
1 Scope of Work
The City of Des Moines, Iowa Municipal Housing Agency (DMMHA or “Owner”) is seeking bids from qualified
contractors for pest control services per the terms, conditions, and specifications of this Request for Bid document.
The service will include control of rodents, crawling and flying insects, cockroaches, birds, and bed bugs. Termites
and carpenter ants are included on an ‘as needed’ basis.
Areas that may require service are common areas, hallways, maintenance areas, offices, kitchens, storage areas,
dining rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, showers, closets, crawl spaces, basements, elevators, loading docks and any
other areas as specified by DMMHA. Buildings may or may not be occupied. See the bid forms in section 6 of this
solicitation for information regarding building locations and size.
NOTE: CONTRACT KICK-OFF CONFERENCE: Upon execution of the contract, but before treatment program start,
the selected contractor and the DMMHA Representative shall hold a contract kick-off meeting to discuss project roll-
out, project requirements, establish an approximate project schedule, and review specific site location details.
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2 Background
The Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency (DMMHA) provides Public Housing rental units for qualified low-income
families and administers the Section 8 rental assistance program for Polk County. These programs are funded by
the U.S. Department of Housing And Urban Development (HUD) and administered by DMMHA, the Housing Services
Board, and the Municipal Housing Governing Board (Des Moines City Council).
To assist the DMMHA with its mission to provide quality affordable housing opportunities within Des Moines and Polk
County, the agency requires reliable, professional service from contractors licensed in the pest control industry to
implement an effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program utilizing scheduled and as-needed services.
5 Apartment Complexes (see Exhibit B for floor plans)
10 Single Family Houses (2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-bedroom homes scattered throughout the Des Moines area)
Scheduled Services: See below requirements
As-needed Services: Based on historical service requirements, the DMMHA estimates the following needs:
Houses: 15 calls to contractor annually – each call requiring 2 service visits (all service types combined)
Apartments: 50 – 60 bed bug infestations confirmed annually
Note: Award of a contract does not guarantee a minimum or maximum amount of work. Historical data, quantity
estimates and /or projections are provided only as a courtesy to assist bidders with assessing the probable cost of
the work and/or for the City’s comparison/evaluation of bids submitted.
Note: See floor plans in the "Attachments" tab for the five (5) apartment complexes.
3 Definitions
For the purposes of this solicitation, the following definitions apply unless otherwise explicitly stated or relating to
the City of Des Moines Procurement Officer and staff assigned to assist with this RFP:
wherever the term "City" is used, it is understood to mean the Des Moines Municipal Housing Authority
(DMMHA);
wherever the term "City Council" is used, it is understood to mean the DMMHA Board;
I acknowledge and understand the above definitions
(Required: Check if applicable)
4 No Contact Policy
Any contact initiated by the Proposer or by a City representative, other than the Procurement Division
representative listed herein, concerning this Request for Proposal is prohibited. Any such unauthorized contact may
cause the disqualification of such Proposer’s proposal from acceptance or consideration.
Following the Proposal submittal deadline, Proposers shall not contact the Procurement Division or any other
City employee or representative except to respond to a request by the Procurement Division.
I acknowledge and agree to the above
(Required: Check if applicable)
5 Federal Requirements
The Proposer agrees to the comply with all applicable the federal requirements, including the documents in the
"Attachments" tab (HUD 5369-A, HUD 5369-B, HUD 52158 and HUD 5370-C) and any others determined necessary
by the City before the contract is awarded.
I acknowledge and agree to the above.
(Required: Check if applicable)
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6 Statement of Work
The selected contractor shall be required to furnish all supervision, labor, materials, tools, travel, required permits,
licenses, and equipment necessary to complete the work as specified. The work involved shall include, but not be
limited to, the following: control of rodents, crawling and flying insects, cockroaches, birds, and bed bugs. Termites
and carpenter ants shall be included on an ‘as needed’ basis.
Pest control services shall be completed by professional grade liquid, aerosol, gel, and/or dusting, snap traps, and
rodenticides.
Services expected and required include, but are not limited to:
1. Snap and/or sticky traps for rats and Mice
2. Rodenticides: When used shall be in tamper-resistant plastic boxes
3. Cockroaches:
i. Presence will be monitored in each unit with at least three sticky trap monitors in each unit.
ii. Boric acid or desiccant dust and baits shall be used at unit turnover for cockroach control, within 72
hours.
iii. The type of treatment will depend on the level of infestation; low, medium, or high, with low and mid-
level infestations receiving treatment with gel and vacuuming.
4. No sprays or foggers shall be used by contractors without the advance approval of DMMHA.
5. PESTICIDES LIMITED: Use pesticides only as necessary, with preference to products that while producing
the desired level of effectiveness, pose the least harm to human health and the environment
6. Rodent control shall be done by bait stations strategically located in probable problem areas and shall not
be placed visible to the public, except for outdoor bait stations that cannot be hidden from public view.
7. Termites & Carpenter Ants: Contractor shall notify the DMMHA Representative upon discovery.
8. Bed Bug Inspection and Treatment: see "Attribute" #12 – Bed Bug Service Requirements
I have read the Service Requirements
(Required: Check if applicable)
7 Frequency and Schedule of Service
Pest Control services shall be conducted during the working hours of 8:00AM to 5:00PM, unless otherwise
approved by DMMHA.
Scheduled services shall be as follows:
Exterior Treatment of the 5 Apartment Buildings - Minimum of 1 time per month
Houses - On Call/As needed basis only
Treatment for general pests/rodents (apartments - rotating basis, 1/3 of units treated per month in each
building)
Bed Bug Inspections (apartments) - within 30 days of contract execution (canine inspect all units) in each
building
Bed Bug Inspections (apartments) - rotating basis, 1/3 of units canine inspected per month in each building
Note: A chemical barrier application shall be completed in units where the canine inspection is conducted.
Note: Canine must be certified by third party certification for bed bug detection, such as NESDCA, WDDO or
IBBMA.
Note: See "Attribute" #12, Bed Bug Service Requirements
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