Specifications include, but are not limited to: Summit County, “County” is soliciting proposals from qualified firms “Proposer / Contractor” to provide a qualified person(s) to act as a Bee Inspector within the county in accordance with the Utah Bee Inspector Act. This person shall be contracted at the pleasure of the county executive and is considered an independent contractor subject to terms of a contract The Bee Inspector’s responsibility includes responding to requests and complaints, inspecting apiaries within the county, identifying diseased, parasitized, or abandoned bee hives, and maintaining a record of each inspection. In addition, we are seeking for this person who has the dynamic expertise and experience to consult on developing a long-term strategic approach to overall bee health in Summit County. Bees represent a critical link in a healthy ecosystem; as such they impact Public Health. We propose contracting with an individual(s) that is qualified to inspect beehives, prescribe the course of treatment if necessary to the beekeeper(s), maintain a record of each inspection including disinfection practices, and provide consultation on bee health.