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Procurement Competence and Framework Agreements for Upgraded Bed Bug Control [Cimex lectularius (Hemiptera:
Bjørn Arne Rukke1, Espen Roligheten2, Anders Aak1
1Norwegian Institute of Public Health-Section for Pest Control, Lovisenberggata 8, Postboks 222 Skøyen, 0213 Oslo, Norway.
Journal of Economic Entomology
|December 13, 2021
Summary
Effective bed bug eradication in low-income housing requires integrated pest management (IPM) and strong buyer-supplier relationships. This approach, involving increased control visits and duration, reduced costs and improved outcomes in a large-scale study.
Area of Science:
- Urban entomology
- Public health
- Supply chain management
Background:
- Global increase in bed bug (Cimex lectularius L.) prevalence.
- Need for efficient pest control in low-income housing.
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) framework is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- Illustrate positive outcomes of enhanced buyer competence in pest management.
- Outline a large-scale purchase situation quantifying bed bug control efforts and outcomes.
- Analyze the impact of bed bugs in low-income communities.
Main Methods:
- Observation of 11,000 apartment units in Oslo, Norway, over six years.
- Implementation of a procurement officer and a pest management framework agreement.
- Quantification of bed bug control efforts and eradication outcomes.
Main Results:
- A dedicated procurement officer and framework agreement reversed escalating bed bug infestations.
- Increased control visit frequency and duration led to successful eradication.
- Reduced cost per unit allowed for preventive measures and inspections.
Conclusions:
- Elevating buyer competence and strategic procurement significantly improves pest control efficacy.
- Integrated pest management, supported by sound buyer-supplier relations, is key to efficient bed bug eradication.
- Findings have implications for public health, housing management, and socioeconomic factors in affected communities.
