IW219473 Kegans ISF

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IW219473 for monthly pest control services at the Kegans Institutional Support Facility (ISF) located in Houston, Harris County. The procurement seeks a licensed pest control vendor to provide comprehensive pest management, including 12 months of monthly interior and exterior treatments and 4 emergency service calls targeting rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, fleas, and other specified insects. Bidders must possess a Commercial Applicators License and comply with TDCJ policies, including providing safety data sheets and following specific treatment protocols. The non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT, with registration required by June 27, 2025, and bids due by 3:00 PM CT on July 9, 2025. The initial contract term will be one year, with potential renewals for four additional one-year periods through August 31, 2030. TDCJ will evaluate bids based on quality, pricing, and conformance to specifications, reserving the right to award multiple contracts or make no award. The service is set to commence on September 1, 2025, with unit prices remaining firm throughout the contract year unless service area square footage changes.

The solicitation includes provisions for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation, indicating a preference for minority or disadvantaged business enterprise involvement. Vendors must meet specific insurance requirements and comply with state and federal regulations, including E-Verify system requirements and anti-discrimination provisions. While no incumbent vendor is explicitly mentioned, the detailed unit square footage document suggests this is part of a broader state facility management strategy. The procurement does not specify a precise budget range, but pricing will be based on monthly interior pest control service rates and emergency service call fees. Potential bidders must submit comprehensive contact information to ensure receipt of potential solicitation amendments, with communication to be conducted through the Electronic State Business Daily. The TDCJ maintains significant discretion in the procurement process, with the ability to select the most advantageous bid based on multiple evaluation criteria beyond just price.