IW226628 - Sayle

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation numbered IW226628 for pest control services at the Sayle Unit located in Breckenridge, Texas. The procurement seeks a Licensed Pesticide Applicator to provide comprehensive monthly pest control services for interior and exterior areas, including monthly treatments for food service areas, administrative spaces, inmate housing, and other facilities, with treatments occurring every 90 days and an annual intensive clean-out. The contract will run from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with potential renewals for four additional one-year terms through August 31, 2030. Bidders must possess a Commercial Applicators License and comply with all TDCJ policies and safety requirements. The bid response is due by August 7, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST, with a non-mandatory site visit available prior to submission. Award will be based on the most advantageous bid, considering cost, technical factors, and vendor performance tracking system (VPTS) ratings, with the selection process evaluating bids without discussions and awarding to the responsible bidder providing the best value.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must maintain commercial general liability insurance with $1 million aggregate and $500,000 per occurrence, automobile liability of $500,000 combined single limit, and workers' compensation coverage. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract includes provisions for potential adjustments if service area square footage changes. Vendors must comply with various Texas Government Code provisions, including E-Verify system usage and restrictions on contracting with companies that boycott Israel or certain foreign entities. The documentation indicates that pricing must remain firm throughout the contract year, suggesting a stable budgetary framework. Although a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the pest control services across a substantial correctional facility implies a meaningful contract opportunity for qualified pest control providers.