On - Site Veterinary Spay - Neuter Services - TC ( Rebid )

2026-11-03

The City of Hot Springs , Arkansas is seeking Statements of Qualifications and Performance Date from a qualified licensed veterinarians or veterinary firms qualified to provide spay / neuter and related veterinary services for animals in the custody of the Hot Springs Animal Services Division . In accordance with Arkansas Act 994 ( 2011 ), Senate Bill 550 , and the City of Hot Springs Code of Ordinances , all animals adopted from the Animal Services Division must be surgically sterilized prior to release to adopters . The Animal Services Division places animals for adoption to the public throughout the year . Adoption volumes fluctuate seasonally , with peak months typically occurring in late fall and early winter . Recent adoption totals include : Fiscal Year 2024 : 850 animals Fiscal Year 2025 : 1191 animals Adoption trends have steadily increased over the past several years . Because sterilization must occur prior to release , efficient surgical scheduling is essential to avoid delays and maintain available kennel space . Respondents must : Hold a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine ( DVM or equivalent ) Possess a current , unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Arkansas Demonstrate experience in high - volume spay / neuter surgery Maintain professional liability insurance and required certifications Demonstrate the ability to work in a high - volume , time - sensitive shelter environment Services are preferred to be performed at the Animal Service facility The selected veterinarian ( s ) will be expected to provide professional veterinary services that may include , but are not limited to , the following : Spay / Neuter Surgical Services High - volume sterilization services for domestic dogs and cats Preferred availability of two ( 2 ) surgery days per week Pre - surgical examinations and patient assessment Administration of anesthesia and intraoperative monitoring Ear tipping of feral cats for identification Administration of rabies vaccinations at the time of surgery Post - operative care consultation with Animal Service stuff Feral Cat Sterilization Services Scheduled sterilization of feral cats in coordination with regular surgery dates Ability to perform approximately 20 – 30 surgeries per scheduled surgery day Preferred scheduling during mid - week dates ( Tuesday – Thursday ) Additional Services ( As Requested ) Medical documentation and record keeping Communication and coordination with Animal Services staff Compliance with all applicable federal , state , and local veterinary regulations

Arkansas

2026-05-13