IW219463 Carol Young

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IW219463 for pest control services at the Carol Young Unit located in Texas City, Texas. The solicitation seeks a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License to provide comprehensive monthly pest control services for both interior and exterior areas, targeting rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other insects. Vendors must perform monthly pest control for 12 months and be prepared to handle up to 4 emergency service calls, with strict compliance to TDCJ policies and safety requirements. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT, with a registration deadline of June 24, 2025, and bids are due by 3:00 PM CT on July 7, 2025. The contract has a base period of one year with options to renew for four additional one-year terms, potentially extending the contract through August 31, 2030, with service commencement on September 1, 2025. Pricing will be unit-based, and the department reserves the right to adjust pricing if the service area's square footage changes.

The solicitation encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) and requires vendors to submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan with their bid. Potential bidders must submit their contact information to the designated TDCJ contact person to ensure receipt of any solicitation amendments, which will be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily. The procurement process includes standard terms and conditions that mandate vendor compliance with various state requirements, including tax identification, e-verify compliance, conflict of interest disclosures, and anti-boycott provisions. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the pest control services and the potential for a five-year contract term suggest a significant contractual opportunity. Vendors must maintain independent contractor status and understand that contract funding is contingent upon legislative appropriations. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of detailed reporting after each service and adherence to all TDCJ operational protocols and safety standards.