The Contractor shall adequately suppress the following pests: Indoor populations of rodents, insects, including ants, cockroaches, silverfish, crickets, fleas, and earwigs. Outdoor populations of potentially indoor-infesting species that are within the property boundaries of the specified buildings. Nests of stinging insects within the property boundaries of the specified buildings. The Contractor shall notify YCH if it notices unusual levels of the following pests. Contractor is not responsible for their control unless YCH and Contractor agree in writing. Birds, bats, snakes, and all other vertebrates other than commensal rodents. Termites and other wood-destroying organisms. Mosquitoes. Pests that primarily feed on outdoor vegetation. Honey bees. Monitoring. Begin with a property-wide inspection and monitoring, using both monitoring devices and visual inspection. This will require only one visit as YCH staff will provide sticky traps and instruct residents on placing monitors prior to PMP inspection. Timing and any placement recommendations will be discussed and arranged with PMP. Initial Inspection: Conduct an initial inspection during the first month of the contract or when being assigned new properties. The initial inspection is for the contractor to evaluate the needs of the premises and to present findings with Yolo County Housing. IPM Plan. Use the monitoring results to design an IPM plan for the property. This plan will be updated at least annually along with monitoring results. The following components should be included in all written IPM plans Management objectives: Identify key pests to be controlled, and areas of the facility requiring special attention. Include a clear understanding of all guarantees, exclusions, and limitations. For cockroaches, include the definitions of high-, medium-, and low infestations. Proposal must adhere to HUD’s Guidance on IPM (PIH Notice 2011-22)...
