Veterinarian Program Services
- Client
- El Centro, California
- RFP Number
- EXTRA-74318
- Posted
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- Category
- Professional, Consulting, Administrative or Management Support Services
- Budget
- Looking for Proposals
- NAICS
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- Set-aside
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Description
AI GeneratedThe government authority in El Centro, CA, seeks veterinarian program services. The vendor must hold an active veterinary license and provide clinical services to large animals or a combination of large and small animals. The vendor must establish or maintain a practice within agency boundaries or be employed full-time by a clinic serving the region. Engagement with the local community, including livestock producers and animal owners, is required. Annual performance and stipend utilization reports are necessary. Eligibility is restricted to US organizations. The contract period is five years, and proposals are requested. All questions must be submitted by September 4, 2026. Performance of the work will be offsite. Responses can be submitted digitally via email or online.
Key solicitation details
AI-extracted from EXTRA 74318 2026 08 07 10 22 39 H42gT 2I9CF fLIBn.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.
The County of Imperial is seeking qualified veterinarians and final-year veterinary students to participate in the County's Veterinarian Recruitment and Retention Program and serve as County Veterinarian. The program targets professionals providing large animal or mixed animal veterinary services. Financial incentives of up to $75,000 per year for five years are offered, along with a negotiated professional services agreement valued at up to $100,000 per year.
- Issued by
- Imperial County
- Deadline for Proposer Questions
- FRI, SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 @ 5:00PM
- Deadline for Question Responses
- WEDN, SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 @5:00PM
- Proposals due
- THUR, NOVEMBER 19, 2026 @ 2:00PM
- How to submit
- Electronic via the County of Imperial PlanetBids Vendor Portal
- Submission details
- Submitted in PDF format via https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/64020/portal-home no later than 2:00PM on November 19, 2026
- Contract term
- Initial term of five (5) years with a second five-year renewal option
- Estimated value
- Stipend up to $75,000 per year ($375,000 total over 5 years) plus professional services agreement up to $100,000 per year
- Place of performance
- Imperial County, California
How proposals are evaluated
| Relevant education, clinical experience, and qualifications | |
| Strength of commitment to practicing in Imperial County and anticipated impact on veterinary service accessibility and sustainability | |
| Demonstrated financial need and clarity of proposed stipend use | |
| Community engagement strategy and potential for long-term integration |
Scope of work
- Hold and maintain an active veterinary license in the State of California
- Serve as County Veterinarian pursuant to agreement terms and applicable law
- Provide clinical services to large animals or a combination of large and small animals in Imperial County
- Establish or maintain a practice within County boundaries or be employed full-time by a regional clinic or facility
- Engage with the local community, including livestock producers, animal owners, and relevant organizations
- Submit annual performance and stipend utilization reports
Minimum qualifications
- Possess or be eligible to obtain a valid California veterinary license prior to commencement of services
- Demonstrate clinical experience or academic training in large animal or mixed animal medicine
- Committed to full-time veterinary service within Imperial County for at least five years
Documents to include with the bid
- Cover letter
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- Proof of Licensure or verification of enrollment for final-year veterinary students
- Statement of Professional Goals and community engagement plan
- Description of proposed practice
- Detailed plan for stipend use
- Three (3) professional references including contact information
Verify important details
Document checkConfirm submission instructions and amendments with the issuing agency before responding.
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