Pest Control Services-Hutchinson Correctional

The Hutchinson Correctional Facility in Kansas is seeking competitive proposals for facility-wide Pest Control Services through a Request for Proposal (RFP). The procurement includes the control of insects such as cockroaches, silverfish, spiders, flies, and ants, as well as rodent control, at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility and its associated buildings. The contract period is from the date of award through June 30, 2029. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on August 5, 2024, and proposals are due by September 3, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The RFP outlines requirements for the pest control service plan, including the use of approved materials and methods, financial responsibility and licensing, and cooperation with the facility. Contractors must be licensed in the State of Kansas and provide proof of insurance coverage. Pricing is requested on a monthly and annual basis, as well as for the leasing of light traps and air curtains. The contract will be awarded to the proposal that best meets the state's requirements.

The RFP includes information on bidder preference programs, such as the Disabled Veteran Owned Business and Certified Business categories. Bidders must also include completed forms related to the Boycott of Israel, Sexual Harassment, and Immigration Reform and Control Act. The State of Kansas reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive minor informalities or technicalities. The current contract is at the end of its life with no remaining renewal options, but the RFP does not specify an exact award value or budget range.