IW219460 - Bell

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IW219460 for pest control services at the Bell Unit, seeking a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License to provide comprehensive monthly pest management. The contract will span from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with potential renewal options for four additional one-year periods. Services will target interior and exterior pest control, specifically addressing rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other insects across the facility. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT, with the final day to submit written questions being June 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT. The bid submission deadline is June 27, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT, requiring vendors to provide monthly interior pest control services, emergency service calls, and submit monthly reports. Vendors must comply with TDCJ policies, provide necessary protective equipment, and maintain firm pricing throughout the contract year unless service area square footage changes.

Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) are specifically encouraged to participate, with vendors required to submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan alongside their bid. The solicitation includes comprehensive insurance requirements, mandating minimum coverage limits for commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the contract covers pest control services for the Bell Unit, which is part of a larger correctional system with facilities totaling 37,007,446 square feet. The procurement process emphasizes best value selection, considering factors such as pricing, vendor performance history, and overall quality of services. Vendors must adhere to state-specific regulations, including E-Verify compliance, intellectual property rights protections, and various ethical and administrative standards. The TDCJ reserves the right to award contracts based on comprehensive evaluation criteria and maintains flexibility in contract management, including potential termination based on funding availability and the option to extend contracts up to three months.