IW219411 - Ft. Stockton

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IW219411 for pest control services at the Ft. Stockton Unit, located in Schleicher County. The solicitation seeks a vendor to provide comprehensive monthly pest control services for both interior and exterior areas, with specific requirements for managing populations of rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, fleas, and other insects. The successful vendor must be a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License and must comply with all TDCJ policies and security procedures. The contract is scheduled to commence on September 1, 2025, with an initial base period ending August 31, 2026, and includes four potential one-year renewal options. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 22, 2025, at 10:30 AM CT, with mandatory registration required by July 21, 2025. The bid response deadline is August 1, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT, with submissions to be sent to the TDCJ Contracts & Procurement, Support Services Branch in Huntsville, Texas.

The solicitation includes provisions for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation, indicating a preference for diverse vendor engagement. Vendors must meet minimum qualifications, including proper licensing, insurance capabilities, and the ability to commence services without financial assistance from the department. While specific pricing details are not provided, the contract allows for potential price adjustments if the service area's square footage changes. The vendor must demonstrate compliance with various state and federal regulations, including E-Verify requirements, anti-boycott provisions, and other legal certifications. Though the exact contract value is not specified, the comprehensive nature of the pest control services and the potential for four one-year renewals suggests a significant multi-year opportunity for the selected vendor. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of accurate bidding information, technical specification compliance, and adherence to state purchasing regulations.