IW219452 Goodman

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) IW219452 for monthly pest control services at the Goodman Unit, seeking a licensed pest control vendor to provide comprehensive interior and exterior pest management. The solicitation requires a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License to perform monthly pest control services and handle up to four emergency service calls, targeting the eradication of rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other insects. The service scope covers both indoor facilities and immediately adjacent outdoor areas, with a total facility square footage of approximately 37,007,446 square feet across multiple locations. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT, with a registration deadline of June 16, 2025, and bid submissions due by 3:00 PM CT on June 30, 2025. The initial contract term will be one year, commencing September 1, 2025, with potential renewals for four additional one-year periods through August 31, 2030. Minimum qualifications include providing valid Pesticide Applicator Licenses, demonstrating commercial insurance, and the capability to initiate services without financial assistance from the department.

The solicitation encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) and requires strict compliance with state and federal standards. Vendors must submit comprehensive contact information to ensure receipt of potential solicitation amendments, with the understanding that updates will be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily. The contract terms, as outlined in the Standard Terms and Conditions document, emphasize vendor compliance with numerous state statutes, including provisions related to intellectual property rights, fraud prevention, accessibility standards, and specific restrictions on doing business. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, vendors must be prepared to maintain firm pricing throughout the contract year, with potential adjustments only if the service area's square footage changes. The TDCJ reserves the right to reject bids, make awards based on best value considerations, and terminate contracts due to funding limitations. Vendors must also comply with E-Verify requirements, provide conflict of interest disclosures, and adhere to the department's security procedures and policies.