IW219504

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) IW219504 for comprehensive pest control services specifically for the Wayne Scott Unit. The solicitation seeks a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License to provide monthly interior and exterior pest control treatments targeting rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, fleas, and other insects. Services include monthly interior treatments (food service areas every 30 days, other interior areas every 90 days), emergency service calls, and bi-annual exterior treatments for state housing and four pickets. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 02, 2025, starting at the Vance Unit and continuing to Wayne Scott and Jester 3 facilities. 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. Vendors must comply with TDCJ policies and safety requirements, emphasizing environmentally safe pest control methods and thorough documentation of services performed.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types are explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation, the solicitation requires vendors to meet specific professional qualifications, including holding a valid Commercial Applicators License. The contract appears to be unit-based, with separate line items for monthly interior pest control, emergency service calls, and bi-annual exterior treatments. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive square footage document included suggests the potential for broader service expansion across the TDCJ system, with a total of 37,007,446 square feet across 64 facilities. The procurement process follows standard Texas state contracting protocols, as outlined in the attached Standard Terms and Conditions document, which includes provisions for electronic funds transfer, vendor certifications, and compliance with state and federal regulations. The contract award will likely be based on best value considerations, taking into account the vendor's ability to meet technical specifications, provide comprehensive pest control services, and adhere to TDCJ's stringent operational requirements.