IW219413 Briscoe

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. IW219413 for comprehensive pest control services at the Briscoe Unit located in Dilley, Texas. The solicitation seeks a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License to provide monthly interior and exterior pest control treatments targeting rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other insects across various facility areas including interiors, warehouses, kennels, farm offices, horse barns, and picket areas. The contract will run from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with options to renew for four additional one-year periods. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 15, 2025, at 10:30 AM CT, with a registration deadline of July 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Bid responses are due by July 25, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT, with the bid schedule including line items for monthly interior and exterior pest control, emergency service calls, and bi-annual exterior treatments. Vendors must comply with all TDCJ policies, safety requirements, and security procedures, and maintain firm pricing throughout the contract year unless service area square footage changes.

The solicitation does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Vendors must meet minimum qualifications, including providing valid Pesticide Applicator Licenses, maintaining required insurance, and demonstrating the capability to commence services without financial assistance from the department. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the bid emphasizes the importance of comprehensive pest management across the facility. The contract appears to be competitively bid, with pricing to be determined through the bidding process. No specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the provided documents. Vendors will be evaluated based on their ability to meet the technical specifications, comply with licensing requirements, and provide comprehensive pest control services that meet the TDCJ's operational needs and security standards.