Coffield Unit Pest Control

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is soliciting bids for comprehensive pest control services specifically for the Coffield Unit through Invitation for Bid (IFB) number IW215797. The procurement seeks a Licensed Pesticide Applicator to provide monthly interior and exterior pest management services targeting rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other insects across multiple facility areas, including swine operations, farm offices, and various institutional spaces. The contract requires vendors to perform routine and emergency pest control treatments with a comprehensive approach that minimizes human safety risks. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT, with a registration deadline of July 21, 2025, and bid responses due by August 5, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT. The initial contract term is one year, with potential renewals for four additional one-year periods through August 31, 2030, and services are set to commence on September 1, 2025. Vendors must demonstrate minimum qualifications including proper licensing, insurance capabilities, and ability to execute services without financial assistance from TDCJ.

The procurement strongly encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), with a specific HUB participation goal of 26.0% for "All Other Services Contracts" category. The solicitation includes a detailed HUB Subcontracting Plan that requires contractors to outline subcontracting intentions with Texas certified HUB vendors, provide notification to potential HUB subcontractors, and demonstrate good faith efforts in inclusion. Vendors must submit a completed HUB Subcontracting Plan with their bid response and can be subject to rejection if the plan is not correctly executed. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement covers pest control services for the Coffield Unit, which has a total facility square footage of 1,077,545 square feet. The contract requires vendors to maintain firm pricing throughout the contract year, with TDCJ reserving the right to amend the purchase order if service area square footage changes. Potential bidders must comply with state and federal standards, provide comprehensive documentation, and adhere to strict procurement regulations outlined in the Standard Terms and Conditions document.