IW219479 - Jester 3

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) IW219479 for comprehensive pest control services at the Jester 3 Unit and associated facilities. The solicitation seeks a vendor to provide monthly interior pest control services, emergency service calls, quarterly exterior pest control for the kennel, and bi-annual exterior pest control for state housing, four pickets, and Bachelor Officers Quarters. Vendors must provide a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License and comply with TDCJ policies, safety requirements, and security procedures. The non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 02, 2025, at 9:00 AM, covering Vance Unit, Wayne Scott, and ending at Jester 3. Bid responses are due by 3:00 PM CT on July 14, 2025, with a service commencement date of September 01, 2025. The initial contract term is one year, with options to renew for four additional one-year periods through August 31, 2030. Minimum qualifications include providing Pesticide Applicator Licenses, maintaining required commercial insurance, and demonstrating the ability to commence services without financial assistance from the department.

The solicitation does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Pricing must remain firm throughout the contract year, with potential adjustments if service area square footage changes. The bid schedule includes line items for monthly interior pest control, emergency service calls, quarterly exterior kennel pest control, and bi-annual exterior pest control, with unit pricing to be determined by bidders. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the pest control services across multiple facilities suggests a potentially significant contract value. The document includes standard terms and conditions that outline vendor obligations, including compliance with E-Verify, anti-boycott regulations, and various state-specific certifications. Vendors must adhere to ethical standards and be prepared for potential contract termination or bid rejection at the state's discretion. The contract award will be based on best value considerations, with payment contingent upon legislative fund appropriations and subject to state audit provisions.