IW219923 - Vance

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IW219923 for comprehensive pest control services at the Vance Unit and associated facilities. 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, and other specified insects. Services include monthly interior treatments, emergency service calls, and bi-annual exterior pest control for state housing, with treatments required to be effective for at least 30 days. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 02, 2025, at 9:00 AM, covering the Vance Unit, Wayne Scott, and Jester 3 facilities. Bids 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. Pricing must remain firm throughout the contract year, with the department reserving the right to adjust the purchase order if facility square footage changes.

The solicitation encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) and requires vendors to maintain $1 million in general liability insurance. Vendors must comply with TDCJ policies, specifically personnel directives PD-22 and PD-29, and adhere to state procurement guidelines outlined in the Standard Terms and Conditions dated March 7, 2023. The bid includes three specific line items: monthly interior pest control for 12 months, emergency service calls for 4 events, and bi-annual exterior pest control for state housing for 2 events. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the solicitation suggests a potentially significant contract value given the multiple facilities and multi-year renewal options. Vendors must provide detailed contact information and are responsible for monitoring amendments to the solicitation, which will be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily. The procurement emphasizes state priorities such as supporting Texas-based businesses and ensuring comprehensive, effective pest management across correctional facilities.