IW219499 - Marlin

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IW219499 for pest control services at the Marlin and Hobby Units, located within Fisher County. The solicitation seeks a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive monthly pest control services for interior facility areas, with specific requirements including eradication of rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other specified pests. Vendors must possess a Commercial Applicators License and provide a Licensed Pesticide Applicator to perform the work. The contract term is set for September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with potential renewal options for four additional one-year periods. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 25, 2025, beginning at the Marlin Unit and continuing to the Hobby Unit. Bids are due by 3:00 PM CT on August 5, 2025, and must be submitted to the TDCJ Contracts & Procurement, Support Services Branch in Huntsville, Texas. The bid includes two line items: monthly pest control for interior facility areas (12 months) and emergency service calls (4 calls), with vendors required to comply with all TDCJ policies and follow specific security protocols when working within correctional facilities.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for specific enterprise types. While no incumbent vendors are directly identified, the documentation indicates that pricing must remain firm throughout the contract year, with the department reserving the right to adjust pricing if the service area's square footage changes. The vendor must provide appropriate safety equipment and adhere to strict security protocols when working in correctional environments. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the contract covers monthly pest control services for multiple correctional units, suggesting a substantial service commitment. The standard terms and conditions document emphasizes state procurement priorities, including potential preferences for recycled products and mandatory compliance with various state government codes. Vendors will be evaluated based on their ability to meet technical specifications, demonstrate proper licensing, and provide comprehensive pest control services that maintain the safety and cleanliness of correctional facilities.