IW221500 - Dalhart

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered IW221500 for comprehensive pest control services at the Dalhart Unit, a state correctional facility. 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 two unit pickets and the Warden's house. Qualified vendors must possess a Commercial Applicators License and provide a Licensed Pesticide Applicator who can effectively control rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other specified insects using treatment methods that provide at least 30 days of effectiveness per application. The non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 08, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT, with a registration deadline of July 07, 2025, and bid responses due by July 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT. The contract will commence on September 01, 2025, with a base period of one year and options to renew for four additional one-year terms through August 31, 2030. Vendors must comply with TDCJ policies and follow specific security procedures when working at correctional facilities, and pricing must remain firm throughout the contract year.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documents, vendors must meet several critical qualifications, including T.I.N.S. registration, E-Verify compliance, and various state-mandated certifications. The solicitation includes a comprehensive square footage document listing 72 different state facilities, though this specific bid focuses on the Dalhart Unit. The procurement allows for potential adjustments to the purchase order if the service area's square footage changes, providing flexibility for the agency. Though a specific budget range is not detailed, 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 for specific areas. The contract terms emphasize the state's rights to reject bids, terminate contracts, and make awards based on best value considerations, with fund availability contingent on legislative appropriations. Vendors must also be prepared to integrate with existing facility infrastructure and adhere to strict security protocols typical of correctional facility service contracts.