IW219426 - Smith

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) IW219426 for comprehensive pest control services at the Smith Unit located in Lamesa, Texas. The procurement seeks a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License to provide monthly interior pest control, emergency service calls, quarterly exterior pest control for the kennel, and bi-annual exterior pest control for three unit pickets, a mattress factory, and the warden's house. Specific pest control requirements include management of rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other specified insects, with vendors required to provide detailed reporting and adhere to strict TDCJ security protocols. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT, starting at the Smith Unit and continuing to the Rudd Unit. Bid submissions are due by 3:00 PM CT on July 18, 2025, with a service commencement date of September 1, 2025. The contract has a base period of one year with options to renew for four additional one-year terms through August 31, 2030, and requires vendors to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage and comply with all TDCJ policies and safety requirements.

The solicitation includes provisions for Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) participation, encouraging minority and disadvantaged business enterprise involvement in the procurement process. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract covers pest control services across multiple facility areas, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The procurement is subject to the availability of legislative appropriations and follows Texas state procurement guidelines. Vendors must submit pricing for different service lines, including monthly interior pest control, emergency service calls, and various exterior pest control services, with prices expected to remain firm throughout the contract year unless square footage changes. The procurement allows for potential multi-year engagement, with the option to extend the contract for up to five years total, which provides stability for both the agency and the selected vendor. Interested vendors must carefully review the standard terms and conditions, which outline detailed requirements for bid submission, vendor qualifications, and compliance with state regulations.