IW219450 Lychner

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IW219450 for comprehensive pest control services at the Lychner Unit, located in Humble, TX. The solicitation seeks a vendor to provide monthly pest control services for both interior and exterior facility areas, with a contract period from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, and options to renew for four additional one-year periods. The scope of services requires a vendor with a Commercial Applicators License and a Licensed Pesticide Applicator, capable of managing comprehensive pest control targeting rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other specified insects. Bidders must submit their responses by 3:00 PM CT on July 3, 2025, with the last day to submit written questions being June 25, 2025. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT. The bid includes two line items: monthly pest control for interior facility areas (12 months) and emergency service calls (4 events), with vendors required to provide detailed reporting and comply with all TDCJ policies.

The solicitation encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) and mandates that vendors submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan with their bid. Vendors must maintain $1 million in general liability insurance and agree to keep pricing firm throughout the contract year, with TDCJ reserving the right to adjust pricing if the service area's square footage changes. The contract is subject to legislative appropriations and follows standard state procurement guidelines, including mandatory use of the Texas Identification Number System and compliance with state-specific certifications such as E-Verify system usage and anti-boycott provisions. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the pest control services and the facility's size suggest a moderate-value contract. Potential bidders must carefully review the Standard Terms and Conditions document, which outlines detailed requirements for bid submissions, contract awards, and vendor responsibilities across various administrative and compliance elements.