Torrance City Council
September 23, 2025

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Date: September 23, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: John La Rock, Community Services Director
By: Edwin Ohanian, Administrative Analyst | [email protected] Subject: Community Services — Accept and File Coyote Management Plan Update and Provide Direction on Continuing Coyote Abatement Services. Expenditure: None.

RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation of the Community Services Director that City Council:

1. Accept and file the Coyote Management Plan update; and

2.Provide direction on continuing coyote abatement services.

FUNDING
None required.

DISCUSSION
Established in 2016, the City of Torrance Coyote Management Program provides education on urban coyote behavior and safety as well as tools for residents and business-owners to minimize nuisance coyote interactions. Program activities are guided by the Coyote Management Plan. The Plan aims to conduct sound, safe, and responsive coyote management to reduce human-coyote conflicts, as well as conduct coyote control activities in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. In response to resident concerns, the City implemented a communication infrastructure to report coyote activity. The wide range of methods enables the City to collect data and provide coyote safety information to members of the community. The plan also includes the use of year-round coyote abatement services.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES & PRACTICES:
•Manage coyote abatement vendor services in compliance with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife laws and guidelines.
•Compile, manage, and organize reports from the coyote abatement vendor and those submitted by residents via official City communication channels, including the coyote management portal, 24-hour coyote hotline, Animal Control, and public safety dispatch. •Produce weekly and monthly Coyote Activity Reports, as well as publish and archive reports on the City website.
•Follow-up with residents to provide education tailored to their specific coyote encounter. •Produce GIS maps to analyze coyote encounters by season, location, and type; create and publish coyote fact sheets & educational displays highlighting seasonal coyote 1 10F
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behavior and effective safety and preventions strategies for residents tailored to the coyote’s life cycle.
• Draft and publish articles in the Torrance e-Newsletter (10 articles since September 1, 2024) and Seasons guide (quarterly)
• Conduct in-person presentations to the City of Torrance Parks and Recreation Commission, Community Services Department Staff, and homeowner’s associations as needed.
• Attend California Department of Fish and Wildlife urban coyote trainings. Share educational materials created in-house with neighboring South Bay cities. • Update the Coyote Management Plan with updated and improved wildlife management best practices and protocols.

PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS:
• Coyote Reporting and Tracking Update: Information Technology (IT) Department exploring in-house data platforms to manage public reporting to replace 3 rd party vendor.

The update would include reporting of coyote related community matters via Torrance City Website and MyTorrance App.
• Host the South Bay Regional Agency Coyote Management Meeting • Collaborate with Communications Division to produce Public Service Announcements • Develop presentations tailored to specific audiences and topics, including Hazing Coyotes Workshop and a Coyote 101 Wildlife Safety presentation for youth • Add a map of the reported coyote activity to the City website • Increase collaboration and information sharing with Animal Control and Park Rangers It is the recommendation of the Community Services Director that Your Honorable Body accept and file the Coyote Management Plan update and provide direction on continuing coyote abatement services.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Coyote Management Plan Update

2. FY2024-25 Reporting Statistics

3. Contract Services Agreement C2024-208
2 COYOTE MANAGEMENT PLAN

Revised August 2025

Community Services Department

3031 Torrance Boulevard

Torrance, California 90503

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CITY OF TORRANCE COYOTE MANAGEMENT PLAN

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Acknowledgement .................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Coyote Management Plan ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Background ................................ ................................ ................................ ................... 4 Guiding Principles ................................ ................................ ................................ ............ 4 Coyotes ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 What Are Urban Coyotes? ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 6 Appearance ................................ ................................ ................................ ................... 6 Habitat ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................ 6 Breeding ................................ ................................ ................................ ...................... 7 Diet ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................ 7 Population Size ................................ ................................ ................................ ............... 7 Role In South Bay ................................ ................................ ................................ ............. 7 Normal Behavior Versus Problem Behavior ................................ ................................ ................. 8 Coyote Management Strategies ............................................................................................................................................................ 8 Education & Outreach ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 8 Data Collection & Analysis ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 9 Hazing & Behavior Change ................................ ................................ ................................ .. 9 Wildlife Feeding Enforcement................................ ................................ .............................. 12 Attractant Reduction/Elimination ................................ ................................ ......................... 13 Response Plan ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 15 Incident Defined ................................ ................................ ................................ ............ 16 Tiered City Response ................................ ................................ ................................ ....... 17 Coyote Abatement ................................ ................................ ................................ .......... 18 4 3

Considerations ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 18 Relocating Wildlife .......................................................................................................................................................................... 18 Appendix A .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 19 Definitions ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Appendix B .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22 Overview of Hazing .......................................................................................................................................................................... 22 Appendix C .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 24 At-Home Coyote Prevention Checklist ........................................................................................................................................ 24

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Acknowledgement
Coyote Management Plan
Background

Guiding Principles
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Coyotes

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What Are Urban Coyotes?
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Normal Behavior Versus Problem Behavior
Coyote Management Strategies
Education & Outreach
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Data Collection & Analysis
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Wildlife Feeding Enforcement
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Attractant Reduction/Elimination

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Response Plan
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Incident Defined
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Tiered City Response

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Coyote Abatement
Considerations
Relocating Wildlife
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Appendix A
Definitions
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Appendix B
Overview of Hazing
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Appendix C
At-Home Coyote Prevention Checklist

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CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEM ENT
This CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT ( the " Agreement") is made and entered into as of October 8, 2024 ( the " Effective Date"), by and between the CITY OF TORRANCE, a municipal corporation (" C| TY"), and Coyote, Wildlife and Pest Solutions, lnc., a California corporation (" CONTRACTOR').

RECITALS:

CITY wishes to retain the services of an experienced and qualified CONTRACTOR to provide all services necessary for conducting coyote abatement efforts to mitigate potential human- coyote conflict.
ln order to obtain the desired seruices, CITY has circulated its Request for Quote for Coyote Abatement Services, RFQ No. 2024- 05018 ( the " RFQ"). A true and correct copy of the RFQ is attached herein as Exhibit A.

CONTRACTOR has submitted a Quote ( the " Quote") in response to the RFQ. ln its Quote, CONTRACTOR represents that it is qualified to perform those services requested in the RFQ. A true and correct copy of the Quote is attached herein as Exhibit B.

Based upon its review of all quotes submitted in response to the RFQ, CITY now wishes to award this Agreement to CONTRACTOR.

AGREEMENT:

SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY CONTRACTOR
CONTRACTOR will provide the services and installthose materials listed in CONTRACTOR' s Quote submitted in response to the RFQ. A true and correct copy of the RFQ is attached herein as Exhibit A. A true and correct copy of the Quote is attached herein as Exhibit B. CONTRACTOR warrants that all work and services set forth in the Quote will be performed in a competent, professional and satisfactory manner.

TERM
Unless earlier terminated in accordance with Paragraph 4 below, this Agreement will continue in full force and effect from the Effective Date through October 7, 2025. This Agreement includes two ( 2) separate options to extend the term of the Agreement. Each option extends the term of the Agreement by one ( 1) additional year, and the option( s) to extend can be exercised only by CITY. ilt
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3. COMPENSATIONA. CONTRACTOR' s Fee
For services rendered pursuant to this Agreement, CONTRACTOR will be paid in accordance with the prices set forth in the Quote; provided, however, that in no event will the total amount of money paid CONTRACTOR, for services initially contemplated by this Agreement, exceed the sum of $ 79, 200 (" Agreement Sum"), unless othenryise first approved in writing by CITY.

B. Schedule of Payment.

Provided that CONTRACTOR is not in default under the terms of this Agreement, upon presentation of an invoice, CONTRACTOR will be paid the fees described in Paragraph 3. A. above, according to the Compensation Schedule. Payment will be due within 30 days after the date of the invoice.

4. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
A. Termination by CITY for Convenience
CITY may, at any time, terminate the Agreement for CITY' s convenience and without cause.
2 Upon receipt of written notice from CITY of such termination for CITY' s convenience, CONTRACTOR will:
cease operations as directed by CITY in the notice;
take actions necessary, or that CITY may direct, for the protection and preservation of the work; and
except for work directed to be performed prior to the
effective date of termination stated in the notice, terminate all existing subcontracts and purchase orders and enter into no further subcontracts and purchase orders.
ln case of termination for CITY' s convenience, CONTRACTOR will be entitled to receive payment for work executed, together with costs incurred by reason of the termination, along with reasonable overhead and profit on work not executed.

B. Termination for Cause
lf either party fails to perform any term, covenant or condition in this Agreement and that failure continues for 15 calendar days after the nondefaulting party gives the defaulting party written notice of the failure to perform, this Agreement may be terminated for cause; provided, however, that if during the notice period the defaulting party has promptly commenced and continues diligent efforts to 1 a
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ln the event this Agreement is terminated for cause by the default of CONTRACTOR, CITY may, at the expense of CONTRACTOR
and its surety, complete this Agreement or cause it to be completed. Any check or bond delivered to the CITY in connection with this Agreement, and the money payable thereon, will be forfeited to and remain the property of the CITY. All moneys due CONTRACTOR under the terms of this Agreement will be retained by CITY, but the retention will not release CONTRACTOR and its surety from liability for the default. Under these circumstances, however, CONTRACTOR and its surety will be credited with the amount of money retained, toward any amount by which the cost of completion exceeds the Agreement Sum and any amount
authorized for extra services.

Termination for cause will not affect or terminate any of the rights of CITY as against CONTRACTOR or its surety then existing, or that may thereafter accrue because of the default; this provision is in addition to all other rights and remedies available to the CITY under law.

C. Termination for Breach of Law
ln the event CONTRACTOR or any of its officers, directors, shareholders, employees, agents, subsidiaries or affiliates is convicted ( i) of a criminal offense as an incident to obtaining or attempting to obtain a public or private contract or subcontract, or in the performance of a contract or subcontract; ( ii) under state or federal statutes of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, receiving stolen property, or any other offense indicating a lack of business integrity or business honesty that currently, seriously, and directly affects responsibility as a public consultant or contractor; ( iii) under state or federal antitrust statutes arising out of the submission of bids or proposals; or ( iv) of violation of Paragraph 19 of this Agreement; or for any other cause CITY determines to be so serious and compelling as to affect CONTRACTOR' s responsibility as a public consultant or contractor, including but not limited to, debarment by another governmental agency, then CITY reserves the unilateral right to terminate this Agreement or to impose such other sanctions ( which may include financial sanctions, temporary suspensions or any other condition deemed appropriate short of termination) as it deems proper. CITY will not take action until CONTRACTOR has been given notice and an opportunity to present evidence in mitigation.
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lf any party fails to perform its obligations because of strikes, lockouts, labor disputes, embargoes, acts of God, inability to obtain labor or materials or reasonable substitutes for labor or materials, governmental restrictions, governmental regulations, governmental control, judicial orders, enemy or hostile governmental action, civil commotion, fire or other casualty, or other causes beyond the reasonable control of the party obligated to perform, then that party' s performance will be excused for a period equal to the period of that cause for failure to perform.

RETENTTON OF FUNDS
CONTRACTOR authorizes CITY to deduct from any amount payable to CONTRACTOR ( whether or not arising out of this Agreement) any amounts the payment of which may be in dispute or that are necessary to compensate CITY for any losses, costs, liabilities, or damages suffered by CITY, and all amounts for which CITY may be liable to third parties, by reason of CONTRACTOR' s acts or omissions in performing or failing to perform CONTRACTOR' s obligations under this Agreement. ln the event that any claim is made by a third party, the amount or validity of which is disputed by CONTRACTOR, or any indebtedness exists that appears to be the basis for a claim of lien, CITY may withhold from any payment due, without liability for interest because of the withholding, an amount sufficient to cover the claim. The failure of CITY to exercise the right to deduct or to withhold will not, however, affect the obligations of CONTRACTOR to insure, indemnify, and protect CITY as elsewhere provided in this Agreement.

7. CITY REPRESENTATIVE
Vic Arevalo, Ranger Supervisor, and John La Rock, Community Services Director, are both designated as the " City Representative", authorized to act in its behalf with respect to the work and services specified in this Agreement and to make all decisions in connection with this Agreement. Whenever approval, directions, or other actions are required by CITY under this Agreement, those actions will be taken by one of the City Representatives, unless otherwise stated.

The City Manager has the right to designate another City Representative at any time, by providing notice to CONTRACTOR.

The following principal( s) of CONTRACTOR are designated as being the principal( s) and representative( s) of CONTRACTOR authorized to act in its behalf with respect to the work specified in this Agreement and make all decisions in connection with this Agreement:

Pamela VanDalsem, CEO

9. CONTRACTOR is, and at all times will remain as to CITY, a wholly independent contractor. Neither CITY nor any of its agents will have control over the conduct of CONTRACTOR or any of CONTRACTOR' s employees, except as otherwise set forth in this Agreement. CONTRAGTOR' s agents and employees are not and 100a772741 4
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shall not be considered employees of CITY for any purpose. CONTRACTOR may not, at any time or in any manner, represent that it or any of its agents or employees are in any manner agents or employees of CITY. CITY has no duty, obligation, or responsibility to CONTRACTOR' s agents or employees under the Affordable Care Act. CONTRACTOR is solely responsible for any tax penalties associated with the failure to offer affordable coverage to its agents and employees under the Affordable Care Act and any other liabilities, claims and obligations regarding compliance with the Affordable Care Act with respect to CONTRACTOR' s agents and employees. CITY is not responsible and shall not be held liable for CONTRACTOR' s failure to comply with CONTRACTOR' s duties, obligations, and responsibilities under the Affordable Care Act. CONTRACTOR agrees to defend, indemnify and hold CITY harmless for any and all taxes and penalties that may be assessed against CITY as a result of CONTRACTOR' s obligations under the Affordable Care Act relating to CONTRACTOR' s agents and employees.

BUSINESS LICENSE
CONTRACTOR must obtain a City business license prior to the start of work under this Agreement, unless CONTRACTOR is qualified for an exemption.

OTHER LICENSES AND PERMITS
CONTRACTOR warrants that it has all professional, contracting and other permits and licenses required to undertake the work contemplated by this Agreement.

FAMILIARITY WITH WORK
By executing this Agreement, CONTRACTOR warrants that CONTRACTOR ( a) has thoroughly investigated and considered the scope of services to be performed, ( b) has carefully considered how the services should be performed, and ( c) fully understands the facilities, difficulties and restrictions attending performance of the services required under this Agreement. lf the services involve work upon any site, CONTRACTOR warrants that CONTRACTOR has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, prior to commencement of the services set forth in this Agreement.

Should CONTRACTOR discover any latent or unknown conditions that will materially affect the performance of the services set forth in this Agreement, CONTRACTOR must immediately inform Clry of that fact and may not proceed except at CONTRACTOR' s risk until written instructions are received from CITY.

I3. CARE OF WORK
CONTRACTOR must adopt reasonable methods during the term of the Agreement to furnish continuous protection to the work, and the equipment, materials, papers, documents, plans, studies and other components to prevent losses or damages, and will be responsible for all damages to persons or property, until acceptance of the work by CITY, except those losses or damages as may be caused by CITY' s own negligence.
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15. INDEMNIF ICATION
CONTRACTOR will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CITY, the Successor

16. Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Torrance, the City Council, each member thereof, present and future, members of boards and commissions, their officers, agents, employees and volunteers ( collectively " City Affiliates") from and against any and all liability, expenses, including defense costs and legal fees, and claims for damages whatsoever, including, but not limited to, those arising from breach of contract, bodily injury, death, personal injury, property damage, loss of use, or property loss however the same may be caused and regardless of the responsibility for negligence. The obligation to indemnify, defend and hold harmless includes, but is not limited to, any liability or expense, including defense costs and legalfees, arising from the negligent acts or omissions, or willful misconduct of CONTRACTOR, its officers, employees, agents, subcontractors or vendors. CONTRACTOR' s obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless will apply even in the event of concurrent negligence on the part of City Affiliates, except for liability resulting solely from the negligence or willful misconduct of City Affiliates. Payment by CITY is not a condition precedent to enforcement of this indemnity. ln the event of any dispute between CONTRACTOR and CITY, as to whether liability arises from the sole negligence of City Affiliates, CONTRACTOR will be obligated to pay for the defense of City Affiliates until such time as a finaljudgment has been entered adjudicating City Affiliates as solely negligent. CONTRACTOR will not be entitled in the event of such a determination to any reimbursement of defense costs including but not limited to attorney' s fees, expert fees and costs of litigation.

NON- LIABIL¡ TY OF CITY OFF¡ GERS AND EMPLOYEES
No officer or employee of CITY will be personally liable to CONTRACTOR, in the event of any default or breach by the CITY or for any amount that may become due to CONTRACTOR.

17. INSURANCEA. CONTRACTOR and its subcontractors must maintain for the duration of the Agreement at their sole expense the following insurance, which will be full coverage, not subject to self insurance provisions:
1 Automobile Liability, including owned, non- owned and hired vehicles, with at least the following limits of liability:
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Primary Property Damage of at least $ 250, 000 per
occurrence; or
c. Combined single limits of $ 1, 000, 000 per occurrence Commercial General Liability including coverage for premises, products and completed operations, independent
contractors/ vendors, personal inj u ry a nd contractu al ob I ig ations with combined single limits of coverage of at least $ 1, 000, 000 per occurrence, $ 2, 000, 000 aggregate.

3. Workers' Compensation coverage as required by the Labor Code of the State of California and, if workers' compensation is required, employer' s liability insurance with minimum limits of $ 1, 000, 000 per occurrence or occupational illness. The Workers' Compensation policy shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the CITY for allwork performed by the CONTRACTOR, its employees, agents and subcontractors.

The insurance provided by CONTRACTOR will be primary and non- contributory.

CITY, the Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Torrance, the City Council and each member thereof, members of boards and commissions, every officer, agent, official, employee and volunteer must be named as additional insureds under the automobile and general liability policies.

CONTRACTOR must provide certificates of insurance including all required amendatory endorsements ( or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage required by this clause) indicating appropriate coverage, to the City Clerk of the City of Torrance before the commencement of work.

Each insurance policy required by this Paragraph must contain a provision that no termination, cancellation or change of coverage can be made without notice to the Clry.
lf the CONTRACTOR maintains broader coverage and/ or higher limits than the minimums shown above, the CITY requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/ or the higher limits maintained by the CONTRACTOR. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the ClTY.
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CONTRACTOR hereby grants to CITY a waiver of any right to subrogation which any insurer of said CONTRACTOR may acquire against the CITY by virtue of the payment of any loss under such insurance.

CONTRACTOR agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be necessary to affect this waiver of subrogation, but this provision applies regardless of whether or not the CITY has received a waiver of subrogation endorsement from the insurer.

Self- insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the CITY.

The CITY may require the CONTRACTOR to provide proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses within the retention. The policy language shall provide, or be endorsed to provide, that the self- insured retention may be satisfied by either the named insured or CITY.

18. SUFFICIENCY OF INSURERS
lnsurance required by this Agreement will be satisfactory only if issued by companies admitted to do business in California, rated " 4" or better in the most recent edition of Best' s Key Rating Guide, and only if they are of a financial category Class Vll or better, unless these requirements are waived by the Risk Manager of CITY (" Risk Manager") due to unique circumstances. ln the event the Risk Manager determines that the work or services to be performed under this Agreement creates an increased or decreased risk of loss to CITY, the CONTRACTOR agrees that the minimum limits of any insurance policies or performance bonds required by this Agreement may be changed accordingly upon receipt of written notice from the Risk Manager; provided that CONïRACTOR will have the right to appeal a determination of increased coverage by the Risk Manager to the City Council of CITY within 10 days of receipt of notice from the Risk Manager.

CONFLICT OF ¡
NTERESTA. No officer or employee of the CITY may have any financial interest, direct or indirect, in this Agreement, nor may any officer or employee participate in any decision relating to the Agreement that affects the officer or employee' s financial interest or the financial interest of any corporation, partnership or association in which the officer or employee is, directly or indirectly interested, in violation of any law, rule or regulation.

No person may offer, give, or agree to give any officer or employee or former officer or employee, nor may any officer or employee solicit, demand, accept, or agree to accept from another person, a gratuity or an offer of employment in connection with any decision, approval, disapproval, recommendation, preparation or any part of a program requirement or a purchase request, influencing the content of any G
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All notices, requests, demands, or other communications under this Agreement will be in writing. Notice will be sufficiently given for all purposes as follows:
1 Personal delivery. When personally delivered to the recipient, notice is effective on delivery.

First Class mail. When mailed first class to the last address of the recipient known to the party giving notice, notice is effective three mail delivery days after deposit in a United States Postal Service office or mailbox.

Certified mail. When mailed certified mail, return receipt requested, notice is effective on receipt, if delivery is confirmed by a return receipt.

Overnight delivery. When delivered by an overnight delivery service, charges prepaid or charged to the sender' s account, notice is effective on delivery, if delivery is confirmed by the delivery service.

Facsimile transmission. When sent by fax to the last fax number of the recipient known to the party giving notice, notice is effective on receipt. Any notice given by fax will be deemed received on the next business day if it is received after 5: 00 p. m. ( recipient' s time) or on a non- business day.

6. Addresses for purpose of giving notice are as follows:

CONTRACTOR: Coyote, Wildlife and Pest Solutions,
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8775 E. Wiley Way
Anaheim, CA 92808
Fax: N/ A
City Clerk
City of Torrance
3031 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, CA 90503
Fax: ( 310) 618- 2931
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Any correctly addressed notice that is refused, unclaimed, or undeliverable because of an act or omission of the party to be. notified' will be deemed effect¡ vã as of the first date the notice was refused' unclaimed or deemed undeliverable by the postal authorities, messenger or overnight delivery service.

Eitherpartymaychangeitsaddressorfaxnumberbygivingtheother party notice of the cha- nge in any manner permitted by this Agreement' 21 D
This Agreement and all exhibits are binding on the heirs, successors, and assigns of the Pa rties. The Ag reement maY not be assig ned or subcontracted bY either CITY or CO NTRACTOR without the Prior written con sent of the other T D

22. INTEGRATION: AMENDMENT
This Agre" ffientire understanding of CITY and
CoNTRACTOR as to those matters contained in it' No prior oral or written understanoirg * äioã of any foice or effect with respect to the terms of this Agreement. The Agreement mãv not be modified or altered except in writing signed bY both Parties'

23. INTERPRETATION
The terms ãîiñ-¡ sngreement should be construed in accordance with the meaning of the language ur" á and should not be construed for or against either party by reason of [ fre áuthorship of this Agre. ement or by any other rule of construction that might otnerwisã apply' tã tne extent that the terms of the scope of services o- r the proóo. ãr är" ¡ n" onristent with the terms of this Agreement' thetermsofthisAgreementshallcontrol.

24. SEVERABILITY
lfanypartofthisAgreementisfoundtobeinconflictwithapplicablelaws, that part will be inoperative, null. and vo¡ o insofar as it is in conflict with any applicable laws, but thå iema¡ noer of thà Agreement will remain in full force and effect'

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26. GOVERNING LAW: JURISDIGTION
ThisAgreandinterpretedunderthelawsoftheState
of california. Jurisdiction of äny titigation arising from the Agreement will be in Los Angeles CountY, California'

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29. 30. EXHIBITS
All exhibits id entified in this Agreement are incorporated into the Agreement by this reference.

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The pers ons executing this Ag reement on beha lf of CONTRACTOR warrant that i) coNTRAC TOR is dulY organ ized and existing; ( ii) theY are duly authorized to execute this Ag reement on behalf of CONTRACTOR; (¡¡ i) by so executing this Agreement, CO NTRACTOR is formallY bound to the Provisions of this Agreement; and ( iv) the enterin g into this Ag reement does not violate anY provision of anY other Agreement to which C ONTRACTOR is bound'

WAIVER OF BREACH
No delay or om¡ sJ¡ on-¡ n the exercise of any right. or remedy by a nondefaulting party on any Oetauft wifl impair tne right or' rerieOy or be construed as a waiver' A party' s consentîiäôpiourf of any" act by the ot- her. þarty requiring the first party, s consent otãpprou" l will not- be deemed to waive or render unnecessary the other party' s consent to or apprãuai of any subsequent act' Any waiver by either party of any default must oe in- wr¡ iing áno will not be a waiver of any other default concerning the same or any other plovision of this Agreement'

ATTORNEY' S FEES
Except as provideãior in paragraph 15, in any dispute, litigation, arbitration, or other proceeding by which one party "
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PUBLIC RECORDS ACT
Any documents s, ffimitted by lhe coNTRAcroR; all information obtained in connection with the clTY' s right to audit and inspect the CoNTRACTOR' s documents, books, * o "."
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Contractor', R.. oï, iìng Rã. àtOr; bg'" t Project Records; become the exclusive property of the city. All such documents become a matter of public record and shall be regarded as public records' Èxceptions will be those elements in the california Government code section 7920' 000 et seq' ( Public Records. Act) and which are marked " trade Secret", " cónfidential", or " proprietary"' Thl CITY shall not in any way n" r¡ åOr" ot responsibrã iot the disclosure of any such records including, without limitation, those sã marked, if disclosure is required by law' or bt; oä" l" issued by a court of competent jurisdiction'

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CITY OF TORRANCE,
a municipal oorporation
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:

PATRICK Q. SULLIVAN
City Attomey
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Goyote, Wldlife and Pest Solutions, lnc.,
a Califomia corporation
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Request for Quote for Coyote Abatement Services,
RFQ No. 20244, 501B
Coyote, WldliÞ and Pest Solutions, lnc.' s Quote
By:

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Deputy City Attomey
Attachments Exhibit A
Exhibit B
Rev. 04/! 14
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39 EXHIBIT A

REQUEST FOR QUOTE FOR COYOTE ABATEMENT SERVICES
RFQ NO. 2024- 0501B,
To be attached]
40 lnformal Request for Quotes ( RFO)
City of Torrance | 3031 Torrance Blvd, Torrance CA 90503 | www. TorranceCA. Gov Goyote Abatement Services
The City of Torrance:

The City of Torrance is on the western side of Los Angeles County. lt is bordered by the Palos Verdes Peninsula to the south, the City of Gardena on the north, the City of Redondo Beach on the north and west boundaries, the City of Lomita on the east and the Pacific Ocean on the west. The City encompasses an area of approximalely 21 square miles, 329 miles of Streets, 1870 intersections, 550 miles of sidewalks, 47, 000 Street Trees, 6 Public Libraries, a Municipal Airport, Transit System, 46 Parks & Recreation Amenities, 6 Fire Stations, 1 Police Station and 1 Police Community Center, and has an estimated population of approximately 146, 115, which makes Torrance one of the top 10 cities in Los Angeles County with regards to population.

Project Background:

The Community Services Department currently contracts a vendor for coyote trapping services to mitigate potential human- coyote conflict and curb potential dangers caused by coyotes for the sake of increasing public safety. Since 2015, the City has experienced an increase in reported urban coyote activities within its boundaries affecting residents and their pets. These activities include observations of coyotes in neighborhoods, along public streets, in residential yard areas, parks, and green spaces. Coyote sightings and attacks have been raised as a serious issue of concern by residents. To help resolve this issue, the City created its first Coyote Management Plan ( Plan) in 2016, which remains in effect updated in 2019).

The stated goal of the Plan is to conduct sound, safe, and responsive coyote management to assist the City in resolving human- coyote conflicts, as well as to conduct coyote control activities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Plan focuses on providing tools and education for residents, business- owners, and the community to understand what to do if they encounter a coyote and how to minimize nuisance coyote interactions.

Errors and Omissions:

The proposer may not take advantage of any errors and/ or omissions in these specifications or in the proposer' s specifications submitted with its proposal. lf there are errors or omissions, you will be notified Proposers Examination of Requirements:

The Proposer is required to examine carefully the site, the instructions, information and specifications of this document, investigate the conditions, the character, quality and quantity of work to be performed as required by this document. Submission of a proposal will be considered prima facie evidence that the Proposer has made such examination.

Reservation:

The City reserves the right to revise or amend these specifications prior to the date set for opening proposals.

Revisions and amendments will be identified by an addendum to this RFQ. lf the revisions require additional time to enable vendors to respond, the City may postpone the opening date accordingly. ln such case, the addendum will include an announcement of the new proposal submittal due date.

Attach all addenda to the proposal. Failure to attach any addendum may render the proposal non- responsive and cause rejection.
41 The City reserves the right to award a contract to a company solely based on the initial proposal submitted.

The City reserves the right to request more information and clarification on information submitted in the proposal to complete the evaluation.

The City Council reserves the right to reject any and all proposals received, to take all proposals under advisement for a period not to exceed ninety ( 90) days after the date of the opening, to waive any informality on any proposal, and to be the sole judge of the relative merits of the material and or service mentioned in the respective proposals received. The City reserves the right to reject any proposal not accompanied by all data or information required.

This Request for Quotes does not commit the City to award a contract or to pay any cost incurred in the preparation of a proposal. All responses to this RFQ document become the property of the City of Torrance.

The City reserves the right to examine all factors bearing on a Proposer' s ability to perform the services under the contract. The City reserves the right to reject any proposal not accompanied by all data or information required. The City reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, without penalty, at its sole discretion.

Affidavit:

An affidavit form is enclosed. lt must be completed signifying that the proposal is genuine and not collusive or made in the interest or on behalf of any person not named in the proposal, that the proposer has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other proposer to put in a sham proposal or any other person, firm, or corporation to refrain from proposing, and that the proposer has not in any manner sought by collusion to secure for itself an advantage over any other proposer. Any proposal submitted without an affidavit or in violation of this requirement will be rejected. ( Attachment 1) License Requirements
The successful proposer is required to show proof of a current Business License issued by the City of Torrance.

Additionally, as mandated by California State law, any individual trapping wildlife for compensation is required to have a license from the California Department of Fish and Game. Each individualwho sets each individual trap must be licensed, with the trapping license in possession while setting traps. For additional information and requirements, refer to California Fish & Game Code 40051 1054. 2 Laws and Regulations
As per California State law, trapped or snared coyotes are to be euthanized using the most humane methods possible. Euthanized animals are to be disposed of where safely permitted.

The following regulations are relevant and necessary, but should not be understood as an exhaustive or complete list.

Any person who traps furbearing mammals or nongame mammals must obtain a trap number issued and registered by the Department of Fish and Wildlife. This number must be stamped clearly on all traps or on a metal tag attached to any part of the trap. Califomia Code of Regulations ( CACR), Title 14 s465. 5 ( 00)
Transporting trapped wildlife to a veterinarian or other animal care facility is prohibited. Trappers shall immediately kill or release the animal. CACR, Title 14 5465. 5 ( g)( 1) All traps shall be visited at least once daily, with removal of all trapped animals at the time of checking.

CACR, Title 14, $ 465. 5 ( g)( 2)
No person may set a trap within 150 yards of a residence without written consent from the property owner. CACR, Title 14, 5a65. 5 ( g)( 3)
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Coyote trapping may only be performed by individuals certified by the State of California to trap and remove coyotes. The trapper must follow all laws and regulations for trapping. Fish and Game Code Secfion 4005; CACR, Title 14, 5465. 5; and CA Fish and Game Code Title 4152 Except as othenivise authorized in these regulations or in the Fish & Game Code, no person shall harass, herd or drive any game or nongame bird or mammal or furbearing mammal. For the purposes of this section, harass is defined as an intentional act which disrupts an animal' s normal behavior patterns, which includes, but is not limited to, breeding, feeding or sheltering. CACR, Title 14 5251. 1 - Harassment of Animals
Los Angeles County Code Title 10 510. 84. 010 - Providing Food for Ceftain Rodenfs or Predator Animals Prohibited
o A. Except as otherwise provided for herein, no person shall feed or in any manner provide food to a non- domesticated rodent or a non- domesticated mammalian predator. o B. For purposes of this chapter:.

1. " Rodent" includes ground squirrels;

2. " Mammalian predators" includes coyote, raccoon, fox and opossum.

It is unlawful to violate any provision of Los Angeles County Code Title 10. Torrance Municipal Code

41. 12. 1 - Tonance Adoption of Los Angeles County Code Title 10 a
Service Term
The initial Purchase Order will be for a one- year period, from October 8, 2024, through October 7, 2025. The City may extend the Purchase Order with two ( 2) additional 1- year extensions.

The Contract:

The awarded vendor will be required to enter into a written contract with the City of Torrance. A copy of this RFQ and the accepted proposal will be attached to and become a part of the contract.

FiscalYear Funding:

Each payment obligation of the City is conditioned upon the availability of state or local government funds, which are apportioned or allocated for the payment of such an obligation. lf the funds are not allocated and available for the continuance of the function performed by the Vendor, the product or service directly or indirectly involved in the performance of that function may be terminated by the City at the end of the period for which funds are available.

I ndependent Contractor:

The successful proposer will at all times remain with the City, a wholly independent contractor. Neither the City nor any of its agents will have control over the conduct of the Contractor or any of the Contractor' s employees, except as otherwise set forth in the awarded Agreement. The Contractor' s agents and employees are not and will not be considered employees of the City for any purpose. The Contractor may not, at any time or in any manner, represent that it or any of its agents or employees are in any manner agents or employees of the City.

The City has no duty, obligation, or responsibility to the Contractor' s agents or employees under the Affordable Care Act. The Contractor is solely responsible for any tax penalties associated with the failure to offer affordable coverage to its agents and employees under the Affordable Care Act and any other liabilities, claims and obligations regarding compliance with the Affordable Care Act with respect to the Contractor' s agents and employees. The City is not responsible or liable for the Contractor' s failure to comply with the Contractor' s duties, obligations, and responsibilities under the Affordable Care Act. The Contractor agrees to defend, indemnify and hold the City harmless for all taxes and penalties that may be assessed against the City because of the Contractor' s obligations under the Affordable Care Act relating to the Contractor' s agents and employees.
43 Payments:

Complete payment of the contract price will be made in approximately thirty ( 30) days from the date of delivery, or completion and acceptance, unless otherwise provided for in the Proposer' s proposal or in these specifications. Payments will be made upon verification and acceptance by the City of contract services performed and upon the City' s receipt of a correct invoice.

Suspension of Procurement:

The City may suspend, in writing all or a portion of the procurement of materials or services pursuant to this RFP and subsequent contract agreement, in the event unforeseen circumstances make such procurement impossible or infeasible, or in the event, City should determine it to be in the best interest of City to cancel such procurement of services or materials.
ln the event of termination, the selected Proposer will perform such additional work as is necessary for the orderly filing of documents, and closing of project.

The selected Proposer will be compensated for the terminated procurement based on materials or services actually furnished or performed prior to the effective date of termination, plus the work reasonably required for filing and closing.
lnsurance Requirements :

NOTE: Document in the RFP proof of insurance and a Torrance business license is not required for the RFP submittal. Upon award, the vendor will be required to provide this documentation.

INSURANCE:

A. The Vendor must maintain at its sole expense the following insurance, which will be full coverage not subject to self- insurance provisions:
r) Automobile Liability, including owned, non- owned and hired vehicles, with at least the following limits of liability:
a) Primary Bodily lnjury with limits of at least $ 500, 000 per person, $ 1, 000, 000 per occurrence; and
b) Primary Property Damage of at least $ 250, 000 per occurrence; or c) Combined single limits of $ 1, 000, 000 per occurrence. 2) General Liability including coverage for premises, products and completed operations, independent contractors, personal injury and contractual obligations with combined single limits of coverage of at least $ 1, 000, 000 per occurrence and $ 2, 000, 000 Aggregate. 3) Workers' Compensation with limits as required by the Labor Code of the State of California and Employers Liability with limits of at least $ 1, 000, 000 per occurrence. 4) lf vendor/ Contractor provides services with data exposure, custom software coding/ development or cloud services, Cyber Liability lnsurance, with limits not less than $ 2, 000, 000 per occurrence or claim, $ 2, 000, 000 Aggregate.

B. The insurance provided by the Vendor will be primary and non- contributory c. The CITY, the City Council and each member thereof, members of boards and commissions, every officer, agent, official, employee and volunteer must be named as additional insured under the automobile and general liability policies.
44 D. The Vendor must provide certificates of insurance and/ or endorsements indicating appropriate coverage to the Purchasing Division of the City of Torrance before the commencement of work E. Each insurance policy required by this Paragraph must contain a provision that no termination, cancellation or change of coverage can be made without thirty days' notice to the CITY.

SUFFICIENCY OF INSURERS AND SURETIES: lnsurance or bonds required by this Purchase Order will be satisfactory only if issued by companies admitted to do business in California, rated " 8" or better in the most recent edition of Best' s Key Rating Guide, and only if they are of a financial category Class Vll or better, unless these requirements are waived by the Risk Manager of CITY (" Risk Manage/') due to unique circumstances. ln the event the Risk Manager determines that the work or services to be performed under this Purchase Order creates an increased or decreased risk of loss to CITY, the Vendor agrees that the minimum limits of the insurance policies and the performance bond required by this Purchase Order may be changed accordingly upon receipt of written notice from the Risk Manager; provided that the Vendor will have the right to appeal a determination of increased coverage by the Risk Manager to the City Council of CITY within 10 days of receipt of notice from the Risk Manager.

Scope of Work:

The contractor will provide year- round, seven ( 7) days a week, Monday through Sunday trapping services. The contractor will work with City staff in identifying strategic locations for placement of traps and snares within City boundary.

Trapping Locations
Trapping must occur only in designated areas in the City of Torrance, on City of Torrance owned land, or as permitted in writing by right- of- entry agreements from the City of Torrance and private owners. Additional trapping areas may be added to this agreement as necessary and as they become available. CONTRACTOR will receive written confirmation on any additional locations and City will set up a walkthrough of the properties for the CONTRACTOR to determine suitability and trapping opportunities.

Trapping Activity
CONTRACTOR to set up, maintain, and check all snares and live traps ( when necessary and legally mandated) placed in the City of Torrance. Exact number of snares and traps for coyote control to be determined through an assessment, as requested in this proposal, with a minimum of twenty- four ( 24) snares and two ( 2) live traps. The exact number of days to have traps set up with be based on individual proposers and the awarded contract agreement. The CONTRACTOR to set up at each location, with ability to relocate to other areas that have coyote activities. CONTRACTOR must visit and check all traps and snares at least once daily to remove all animals captured, as per California State law, and re- set traps. CONTRACTOR shall be utilized for immediate removal of any sick or injured coyotes found.

Deliverables
CONTRACTOR shall provide regular update reports summarizing trapping activity in the following time periods: daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly updates. Reports shall be emailed to the City- designated liaison.

Daily Reports shall include:
o Date of capture for coyotes.

Total number of coyotes caught and euthanized.

Number of coyotes caught, per location¡
Health, age, and condition of coyotes caught.

Number and type of animals caught accidentally, per location.

Number of traps and snares placed by location.

Number of traps and snares disturbed or tampered with, per location Monthly and quarterly updates shall include, in addition to the daily report details above:

Challenges observed during that period and how they were addressed.

Recommendations for different placement and changes to
locationsoAny other related recommendations moving fonryard 45 lf a year- round service option is awarded, CONTRACTOR must provide a Year- End Report summarizing the outcomes of the trapping services within thirty ( 30) days of the end of the service year.

All Reports shall indicate if there are no numbers or updates for the above categorizations.

General Requirements:

The City is seeking qualified vendors who understand all applicable federal, state and county laws, rules, and regulations regarding the trapping of coyotes. The City does not expect Successful Proposer to interact with the public. The City approach to coyote management and community education has been noted in the Background" section of this RFQ.

The awarded vendor ( Vendor) must provide all equipment, supplies, and labor for the performance of the trapping services described in this specification to the satisfaction of the City of Torrance. The Vendor will be responsible for the placement, security, and disposal of alltrapping equipment as well as appropriate removal of any animals captured. All activities serviced by the Vendor must follow federal, state, and county laws, as applicable. Trapping equipment must include clearly labeled state mandated trapping numbers.

The Vendor must work with City staff, reviewing trapping locations and ensuring reporting of all instances of coyote interactions. Vendor must provide daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports of trap usage and of captured coyotes, in addition to a final report at the end of the service year.

This RFP is intended to be as descriptive as possible. However, proposers may not take advantage of omissions or oversights in this document. Proposers must supply products and services that meet or exceed the requirements of this RFP. ln the event of a dispute over installation or performance, the needs of the City of Torrance will govern.

Contract Representative:

Please provide the name of the individual at your company who will be responsible for administering this contract.

Name Title
Telephone Number Fax Number EmailAddress
Please indicate your price to provide monthly services as indicated in this RFQ.
lMonth
Total price proposal submittal s Annual
46 STATE OF CALIFORNIA

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

ATTACHMENT I

PROPOSER' S AFFIDAVIT

1. That he/ she is the
being first duly sworn deposes and says:
of
Title of Office) ( Name of Company)
Hereinafter called " proposer", who has submitted to the City of Torrance a proposal for Title of RFP)

2. Thalthe proposal is genuine; that all statements of fact in the proposal are true;

3. That the proposal was not made in the interest or behalf of any person, partnership, company, association, organization or corporation not named or disclosed;

4. That the Proposer did not, directly or indirectly, induce solicit or agree with anyone else to submit a false or sham proposal, to refrain from proposing, or to withdraw his proposal, to raise or fix the proposal price of the Proposer or of anyone else, or to raise or fix any overhead, profit or cost element of the Proposer' s price or the price of anyone else; and did not attempt to induce action prejudicial to the interest of the City of Torrance, or of any other Proposer, or anyone else interested in the proposed contract;

5. That the Proposer has not in any other manner sought by collusion to secure for itself an advantage over the other Proposer or to induce action prejudicial to the interests of the City of Torrance, or of any other Proposer or of anyone else interested in the proposed contract;

6. That the Proposer has not accepted any proposal from any subcontractor or materialman through any proposal depository, the bylaws, rules or regulations of which prohibit or prevent the Proposer from considering any proposalfrom any subcontractor or material man, which is not processed through that proposal depository, or which prevent any subcontractor or materialman from proposing to any contractor who does not use the facilities of or accept proposals from or through such proposal depository;

7. That the Proposer did not, directly or indirectly, submit the Proposer' s proposal price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulge information or data relative thereto, to any corporation, partnership, company, association, organization, proposal depository, or to any member or agent thereof, or to any individual or group of individuals, except to the City of Torrance, or to any person or persons who have a partnership or other financial interest with said Proposer in its business.

8. That the Proposer has not been debarred from participation in any State or Federal works project.

Dated this _ day of , 20-.

Proposer Signature)
Title)
47 EXHIBIT B
COYOTE, WILDLIFE AND PEST SOLUTIONS, INC.' S QUOTE
To be attached]
48 þ- fon1Sl Requestfor euotes ( RFe)
clty of ronance | 3031 Tonancà Blvú, Tonance cA 90s03 lwww. TonancecA. Gov Coyote Aþatement Services
The Clty of Torrance:

The City of Torrance is on the western side of Los Angeles County. lt is bordered by the palos VerdesPeninsul-a to the south, the Gity of Gardena on the noñh, the city äf Èedonoã eeach on the no¡ th and westboundaries, thg citv of Lomita on the east and the pacin' c oceá¡ í on tñã,"" ri. Tne city ãnórpãr. å. ãn , r"" of approximately 21 square miles, 329 mlles of streets, tBz0 interJectlótii, ãåo mrcs & stoãwä1"¡ i, ooostreetrrees, ô Public Librarles, a MunicipalAirport, Transit svstem, A6 ñrË a necreaton Ámàñitie", irirStations, I Police Station and 1 Police Còmmunity center, anä has ãn esi; ãted popuhrion of approximately146'115' which makes Tonance one of the top 1d cities in Los Angetes cil" ty witn' tàgàrds to pãpulãìüön.

ProJ€ ct Background:

The Community Services Department cunently contracts a vêndor for coyote trapping services to mltigatepotentialhuman-coyote conficl and curb poteñtiat dangers causêd oy coyotes rciritrã" ãie ãiinài" ääiñõ' puoli" safetv. Since 2015, the Qity has experienced an inõrease in repärteä uiban coyote activities witñin ¡ tsboundariesaffecting residents and their pets. These activities' incluae o¡ servát¡ ons of coyotes inneighborhoods, along public streets, ín residential yard areas, parks, and green spaòes.' c; ñbsightingsand attacks have been raised as a serioús issue of äöncerå uy rõsioentË. to tretp iesãluethisissue, tne cltv created its first Coyote Management Plan ( plan) in dot6, which remaini ¡ ñ efect( updated in 2019).

The stated goal of the Plan is to conduct sound, safe, and responsive coyote management to assist th€ city in y,,^ s_ 1| 11!."? l- olP, 9onflicts,
as well as to conduet- coyote control aót¡ vities in ãccordáncã * itt àppr¡"" nr"teoeral' stale' ancl local laws and regulatlons. The Plan focuses on províding tools and education for räåidents, business- owners, and the communif to understand what to oo ¡ t ttråvãnóünLr a coyote and how to minimizenuisancecoyote interactions.

Errors and Omisslons:

The proposer may not take advantage of any erors and/ or omissions in these specifications or in thoproposer's specifications submitted with its þroposal. lf there arê eroß¡ or omisäions, you wlll ¡ ã nätineo, Proposers Examlnatlon of Requlrements:

The Proposer is required to examine carefully the site, the instructions, information and specifications of th¡ sgogyry¡t investigate the conditions, the cháraster, quality and quantiþ otwo* to be pãfuónilã- as requìreobythis document. Submission of a proposal will be cònsidered p' äma tácie ãv¡¿ ence that the proJos"- itras made such examination.

Reservatlon:

The. City reseryos the right to revise or amend these speciflcations prior to the date set for opening proposals.

Revisions and emendments will be identlfiod by an addendum to this RFe. lf the revlsions iequirã ãOã- ruonaftimeto enable vendors to respond, the City may postpono the openlng date accordingly. ln su' ch *" ã th" addendum will include an announcemont of the new proposal submittá due date.

Attach all addenda to the proposal. Failure to attach any addendum may render the proposal non- responsive and cause rejectlon.
49 Ït" qitV reserves the right to award a contract to a company solely based on the initial proposal submitted.

The Gity reserves the right to rêquest more information and clarification on information éuoinitteO ln tne proposal to complete the evaluation.

The City Council reservos the right to reJec, t any and all proposals received, to take all proposals under advisement for a period not to exceed ninety ( 90) days after the date of the opening, to wáive any informality on any proposal, and to be the sole judge of the relative merlts of the material and or service mentioned in the respective proposals received. The City reseryes the right to reject any proposal not accompanied by all data or lnformation required.

This Request for Quotes doês not commit the City to award a contract or to pay any cost incurred in the preparation of a proposal. All responses to this RFQ document become the property of the City of Tonance.

The City reserves the right to êxamine all factors bearing on a Proposerrs ability to perform the services under the contract. The City reserves the right to rejecìt any proposal not accompanied by all data or informaflon required. The City reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, without penalty, at its sole discretion.

Affldavit;
An affidavit form is enclosed. lt must be completed signfiing that the proposal is genuine and not collusive or made in the ¡ nterêst or on behalf of any person not named in the proposal, that the proposer has not direcüy or indirectly induced or solicited any other proposer to put in a sham proposal or any other person, firm, or corporation to retain from proposing, and that the proposer has not in any manner sought by collusion to secure for itself an advantage over any other proposer. Any proposal submitted without an áffidavit or in violation of this requirement will be rejected. ( Attachment 1) L¡ censo Requirements:

The successful proposer is requíred to show proof of a cunent Business L¡ censo iseued by the City of Tonance.

Additionally, as mandated by California State law, any individual trapping wildlife for compensation is required to have a license from the Califomia Department of Fish and Game. Each individual who sets each individual trap must be licensed, with the trapplng licenso in possession while setting traps. For additional information and requirements, refer to California Fish & Game Code 40051 1054. 2 Laws and Regulatlons
As per California State law, trapped or snared coyotes are to be euthanized using the most humane methods possible. Euthanized anlmals are to be disposed of where safely permltted.

The following regulations are relevant and necossary, but should not be understood as an exhaustive or complete list.
r Any person who traps furbearing mammals or nongame mammals must obtain a trap number issued and registered by the Department of Fish and Wildlife. This number must be stamped clearly on all traps or on a metal tag attached to any part of the trap. Califomía Code of Regutations ( CACR), Titte 14 s466. 5 ( f)( 1).

Transportlng trapped wildlife to a veterinarian or other animal care facility is prohlbited. Trappers shall immediately killor release the animal. CACR, TIile 14 9465. 5 ( g)( l).

All traps shall be vlslted at least once daily, with removal of all trapped animals at the time of checking.

CACR, Titte 14, $ 465. 5 ( g)( 2).

No persgn may set a trap within 150 yards of a residence without written consent from the property owner. CACR, Title 14, 5465. 5 ( gXs)
50 Coyote happing q9V onlV be performed by individuals certifled by the state of California to trap and lemgve c9y- o] e!' Tåe trapper must follow all laws and regulatlons for trapplng. Fish and Gamà Coa, Secfion 4005; CACR, Tiile 14, 9465. 9; and CA Ftsh and- Game Code f¡ ùi¡ ¿ ísz Except as othenr¡ ise authorized in these regulations or in the Fish & Game Code, no person shall 9i::" 1 !_ u,| 9
or drive any glme or nongame bird or mammat or furbearing mámmal. Éor thà putpo""" ol th¡ s section, harass ¡ s defined as an intentional act which disrupts an añimal' s normal behäviorpattoms' which includes, but is not limited to, breedinçj, feeding oi sheltering. CACR, TÍtte li gìiet. t - Harassment of Anìmals
Los Angeles County Code Tltle 10 510. 84. 010 - Providing Food for Certain Rodenfs or p¡ edator Animals
ProhìbÌtedoA' Except as otherwise provided for herein, no person shall feed or in any manner provide food to a non- domesticated rodent or a non- domesflcated mammalian predatór. o B. Forpurposes of this chapter:.

1. " Rodent" includes ground squinels;.

2. ' Mammalian predators" includes coyots, raccoon, fox and opossum.

It isunlawfil to violate any prwision of Los Angeles County Code Ttle 10. Tonance Munlcipal Code

41. 12. 1 - Tomnce Adoption of Los Angeles County Code- Tfle 10 ervice Term:

The initial Purchase Order will ! e lor a one- year perlod, from October 8, 2} 24, through October 7, 2025.

Thecitymay extend the Purchase order with two ( 2i additional 1- year extensions.

The Contract:

The awarded vendor will be required to enter into a written contract with the City of Tonance. A copy of thisRFQand the accepted proposal will be attached to and become a part ofthe contrast.

Fiscal Year Fundlng:

Each payment obligation of the City ls conditioned upon the avallebil¡ ty of state or local govemment funds, which are- apportioned or allocated for the payment of such an obligation. lf the funds aie not allocateO ãnOavailablefor the continuance of the function performed by the Venãor, the product or service dhecly oi indhectly involved in the performance of that function may be terminated uy ttre clty at ir'. nã
oiiüä period
forwhichfunds are available.
lndepondent Gontractor:

The successful proposer will at all times remain with the City, a wholly independent contractor. Nelther the Cltynorany of lls agents wlll have control over the conduct of the Contradtor or' any of the Contractor' s employees, except as otherwise set forth in the- awarded Agreement. The Contractor' s agãils and employees are not andwillnot be considered employeesof the City foi any purpose. The Contractoi may not, at àny time or in anymanner, represent that it or any of its agents, or employe_ es aro in any manner agints or emp- loyees of tne City. lne
Cjty_ tt1¡ no^ duty, obligetion, or responsibility to the Gontractor' sãgents or e- mployees uirdér the Affordable Care Act. The Contractor ls solely responslble for any tax penâltles aãsoclated wiin t- ne fsilure to offer affordable coverage to its agents and employees under the Affordable Care Act and any other liabilifles, claimsandobligations regardlng compliance with the Affordable Care Act wtth respect to the iontractor' s alentà anO gmployegg' T- he City is not responsible or liable for the Contractods falluro to comply wlth ttre Contãaofs duties, obligations, and responsibilities under the Affordable Care Act. The Contraõtór agrees to defend, indemnify and hold the City harmless for all taxes and penalties that may be asseesed a- gainst the City because of the Contracto/ s obligations under lhe Affordable Care Act ráating to the Coñtractor, s agents and employees.
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51 Payments:

Complete payment of the contract price will be made in approximately thlrly ( 30) days fom the date of delivery, or completion and acceptance, unless otherwlse provided for in the Proposer' s proposal or in these specificatlons. Payments will be made upon verlflcation and acceptanco by the C¡ ty of contract services performed and upon the City' s receipt of a conect invoice.

Suspenslon of Procurcment:

The City may suspend, in writing all or a portion of the procurement of materials or services pursuant to this RFP and subsequent contract agreement in the event unforeseen circumstances make such procurement impossible or infeasible, or in the event, Cily should determine it to be in the best interest of Gity to cancel such procurement of servlces or materials.
ln the event of termination, the selected Proposer will perform such additional work as is necessary for the orderly filing of documents, and closing of project.

The selected Proposer will be compensated for the terminated procurement based on materials or serviceg actually furnished or performed prior to the effective date of termination, plus the work reasonably required for filing and closing.
lnsurance Requiremenùs:

NOTE: Document in the RFP proof of insurance and a Tonance business license is not required for the RFP submittal. Upon award, tho vendor will be required to provlde this documentation.

INSURANCE;
e. The Vendor must maintain at its sole expense the following insurance, whlch wlll be full covêrage not subjec{ to self- insurance provisions;
1r¡ Automobile Liability, including owned, non- owned and hired vehicles, with at least the following limits of liability;
a) Primary Bodily lnjury with limits of at least $ 500, 000 per person, $ 1, 000, 000 per occurencê; and
b) Primary Properg Damage of at least $ 250, 000 per occurrence; or c) Combined single limits of $ 1, 000, 000 per occurrence. z) General Liability including coverage for premises, products and completed operations, independent contractors, personal injury and contractual obllgations with combined single limits of coverage of at least $ 1, 000, 000 per occunence and $ 2, 000, 000 Aggregate. s¡ Workers' Compensation with limits as required by the Labor Code of the State of Californla and Employers Liability with limite of at least $ 1, 000, 000 per occunence. 6¡ lf vendor/ Contractor providee services with data exposure, custom sofüvare coding/ development or cloud services, Cyber Liability lnsurance, with limits not less than 92, 000, 000 per occunence or claim, $ 2, 000, 000 Aggregate.
s. The insurance provided by the Vendor will be primary and non- contributory c. The CITY, the City Gouncil and each member thereof, members of boards and commissions, êvery offlcer, agent, official, employee and volunteer must be namod as additional insured under the automobile and general liablllty policies.
52 D. The Vendor musl provide certificates of insuranc¡ and/ or endorsements indicating appropriate coverage to the Purchasing Division of the City of Tonance before lhe commencément of work. e. Each insurance policy required by this Paragraph must contain a provision that no termination, cancellation or change of coverage can be made without thirty days' notice to the GlTy.

SHFFICIENCLOF INSURERS AND SURETIES: lnsurance or bonds roquired by this Purchase Order will be satisfac{ ory only if issued by companies admitted to do business in Califoriria, rated , 8" or better
in the most recent edit¡ on of Best' s Key Rating Guide, and only if they are of a financial category Class Vll or better, unless these requirements are waived by the Risi< Manáger of CITY (" Risk ¡ aanägär¡ oue to unique circumstances. ln the event the Risk Manager determines that the work or servicesio Oã performed under this Purchase Order creates an increased or decreased risk of loss to ClTy, the Vendor agrees, that the m¡ n¡ mum limits of the insurance policies and the performance bond réquired by this Purchase Order may be changed accordingly upon ieceipt of written notice from the Risk Manager; provided that the Vendor will have the r¡ ght to eppeal a determination of increased coverage by the Risk Manager to the City Council of CITY within 10 days of receipt of notice from the Risk- Manager.

Scope of Work:

The contractor will provide year- round, seven ( 7)' days a week, Monday through Sunday trapping servlces. The contractor will work wlth c¡ ty staff in ident¡ fi, lng strategic locations for pìacemeìt of trapi anà' snãres within City boundary.

Trapplng Locatlons
Trapping mustoccur only in designated areas in the City of Tonance, on City of Tonance owned land, or aspermittedin writing by right- of- entry agreements from the City of Tonance añd private owners. Additional happing areas may be added to this agreement as necessary and as they become available. CONTRACTOR will receive written oonfirmation on any additlonal locations and clty will s- et up a walkthrough of the properties for the CONTRACTOR to determine suitability and trapping opportúnities.

Trapping Actlvlty
CONTRACTOR toset up, maintain, and check all snares and live traps ( when necessary and legally mandated) placed in the City of Tonance. Exact number of snares and tiaps for coyote ðontrol tõ bé determine_ d through an assessment, as requested in this proposal, with a minimum ottwenty- four ( 24) snares an! two ( 2) live traps. The exact number of days to have traps set up with be based on indiúidual iroiosersandthe awarded contract agreement. The CONTRACTOR to set up at each location, with ability to rélocate to other areas that have coyote activlties. CONTRACTOR must v¡ sit and check all traps and snares at least once daily to remove all animals captured, as per Califomia State law, and re- set traps. ÒO¡¡ fnnCfOR shall be utilized for immediato removal of any sick or lnjured coyotes found.

Deliverables
CONTRACTOR shall provide regular update reports summarizing trapplng activlty ¡ n the follow¡ ng time periods: daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly updates. Reports shall be emailed tb tne City- oesíg- nated liaison.

Daily Reports shall include:¡
Date ofcapture for
coyotesrTotal number ofcoyotes caught and euthanized¡
Number of coyotes caught, per
locationrHealth, agê, and condit¡ on of coyotes
caughtrNumber and type of animals caught accidentally, per location¡ Number of traps and snares placed by location
Number of traps and snares disturbed or tampered with, per location Monthly and quarterly updates shall include, in addition to the daily report details above:.

Challenges observed during that period and how they were addressedoRecommendations for different placement and changes to locations.

Any other related recommendations moving forward
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rvice option is awarded, coNTRAcroR must provide a Year- End Report summarizing the rapping services within thirty ( 30) days of the end of the service year. ndicate if there arê no numbers or updates for the above categorizaflons. ments:
lg qualif¡ ed vendors who underctand all applicable federal, state and county laws, rules, and ping the trapping of coyotes. The City does not expect Successful Proposer to interact with y approach to coyote management and community education has been noted in the hlon of this RFQ.

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The awarded vendor ( Vendor) must provide all equipment, supplies, and labor for the performance of the trapping sarvices described in this specification to the satisfaction of the City of Torance. The Vendor wlll be responsible for the placement, security, and disposal of all trapping equipment as well as approprlate removal of any animals captured. All activities serviced by the Vendor must follow federal, state, and counþ laws, as applicable. Trapping equipment must include clearly labeled state mandated trapping numbers.

The Vendor must work with City staff, reviewing trapping locations and ensuring reporting of all instances of coyote interactlons. Vendor must provide daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports of trap usage and of captured coyotes, in addition to a flnal report at the end of the service year.

This RFP is intended to be as descriptive as possible. However, proposers may not take advantage of omissions or oversights in this document. Proposers must supply products and services that meet or exceed the requirements of this RFP. ln the event of a dispute over installation or performance, the needs of the Clty of Torrance will govern.

Contract Representatlve:

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PROPOSER' S AFFIDAVIT
being first duly sworn and says:

1. That he/ she is the¿ 0f of
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Hereinafter called , who has to the ofTonance a proposal for

2. That the proposal is genuine; that statements of fact in the proposal are true;

3. That the proposal was not made in the interest or behalf of any person, partnership, company, association, organization or corporation not named or dlsclosed;

4. That the Proposer did not, directly or indirectly, induce solicit or agree wilh anyone else to submit a false or sham proposal, to refrain from proposing, or to wlthdraw his proposal, to raise or fx the proposal price of the Proposer or of anyone else, or to raise or f¡ x any overhead, profit or cost element of the Propose/ s price or the price of anyone else; and did not attempt to induce action prejudicial to the interest of the Cíty of Tonance, or of any other Proposer, or anyone else interested in the proposed contrast;

5. That the Proposer has not in any other manner sought by colluslon to secure for ltsolf an advantage over the other Propoeer or to induce aotlon prejudlcial to the interests of the Clty of Tonance, or of any other Proposer or of anyone else interested in the proposed contract;

6. That the Proposer has not accepted any proposal from any subcontractor or mater¡ alman through any proposal depository, the bylaws, rules or regulations of which prohibit or prevent the Proposer fom c, onsidering any proposal ftom any subcontractor or material man, which is not processed through that proposal depository, or which prevent any subcontrac' tor or materialman from proposing to any contractor who does not use the facilities of or accept proposals fom or through such proposal depository;

7. That the Proposer did not, directly or indirectly, submit the Proposer' s proposal price or any breakdown thereof, or thê contents thereof, or divulge informatlon or data relative thereto, to any corporation, partnership, c€ mpany, association, organization, proposal depository, or to any member or agent thereof, or to any indivldual or group of individuale, except to the Clty of Toranco, or to any person or personõ who have a partnership or other f¡ nancial intereet with said Proposer in its business. fle

8. That the Proposer has
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debaned from participation in any State or Federal works project.

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