IW219428 - Clemens

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IW219428 for comprehensive pest control services at the Clemens Unit located in Brazoria County. The solicitation seeks a licensed pesticide applicator with a commercial applicators license to provide monthly interior and exterior pest control treatments, including emergency service calls and specialized treatments for various facility areas such as swine operations, farm offices, farm shops, kennels, and pickets. Key deliverables include eradication of rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other specified pests, with vendors required to comply with all TDCJ policies and security protocols. The non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT, with bid submissions due by 3:00 PM CT on July 3, 2025. The initial contract term will run from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with options to renew for four additional one-year periods. Evaluation criteria will likely include pricing, vendor qualifications, comprehensiveness of pest management approach, and adherence to specified treatment requirements.

The solicitation encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), with bidders required to submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan alongside their proposal. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage and detailed reporting documentation as part of their bid package. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the bid schedule includes line items for monthly interior and exterior pest control, emergency service calls, and treatments for specific areas, with pricing expected to remain firm throughout the contract year. Potential adjustments may be considered if service area square footage changes. The total facility square footage inventory indicates extensive potential service areas across multiple locations, suggesting a comprehensive and potentially significant contract opportunity. Vendors must demonstrate strict compliance with state procurement rules, including use of the E-Verify system, disclosure of interested parties, and adherence to various state and federal regulatory requirements.