Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Merced County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services (MCSO Animal Services) has been using an independent contractor to handle all the animal medical needs required at the shelter. 3.1.1 Maintain current premise permit as required by §2030 of the California Code of Regulations. 3.1.2 Maintain a current DEA issued Controlled Substance Permit and periodically review logs for proper documentation and compliance with regulations. 3.1.3 Perform surgical sterilization of adopted animals three (3) days per week as needed. a. Bidder will establish the number and type of animals to be scheduled. b. Bidder will provide own technician to assist with surgery and maintaining the surgical site. c. County will provide administrative support as needed. d. The Bidder is expected to be available on-site a minimum of three (3) days per week, not exceeding twenty-four (24) hours within a week, excluding County Holidays. 3.1.4 Bidder to oversee the County’s wellness program for sheltered animals. This may include but not limited to: a. Routine vaccinations on intake, rabies vaccinations, addressing health issues or prescribing medications. b. County agrees to perform administrative tasks resulting from this service. c. County to provide all medications, medical instruments, supplies and materials needed by the Bidder in performance of these duties. d. County to provide on-site space for medical services. e. Bidder will be responsible to review records and documentation to ensure compliance with State and Federal Regulations.