IW219418 Powledge

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IW219418 for comprehensive pest control services at the Powledge Unit. The solicitation seeks a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License to provide monthly interior facility treatments, emergency service calls, quarterly exterior kennel treatments, and bi-annual exterior treatments for various buildings including plexes, BOQs, duplexes, and state housing. Specific pest control requirements include eradicating rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other pests across the facility. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 24, 2025, at 10:30 AM CT, with a registration deadline of July 23, 2025. Bids are due by August 5, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT, with a proposed service commencement date of September 1, 2025. The initial contract term is one year, with options to renew for four additional one-year periods through August 31, 2030. Vendors must provide detailed documentation, adhere to strict TDCJ security protocols, and maintain appropriate insurance coverage.

The procurement is structured to allow for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation, providing opportunities for disadvantaged businesses to compete. The TDCJ reserves the right to make single or multiple contract awards based on quality, conformance to specifications, and overall value. Vendors must comply with various state requirements, including E-Verify system usage, anti-boycott provisions, and disclosure of interested parties. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the bid schedule includes line items for monthly interior pest control, emergency service calls, quarterly exterior kennel treatments, and bi-annual exterior treatments, with unit pricing to be determined by bidders. The procurement covers a significant facility with comprehensive pest control needs, as evidenced by the accompanying square footage document that shows the TDCJ manages over 37 million square feet of facilities across multiple locations. Vendors must be prepared to navigate complex state procurement regulations, including compliance with Texas state procurement laws and potential contract modifications based on fund availability.