Pest Control Services - KNI Campus

The Kansas Neurological Institute (KNI), under the Kansas Department of Administration's Office of Procurement and Contracts, is soliciting competitive bid proposals for comprehensive pest control services covering eleven buildings on its campus located in Topeka. The procurement seeks a single vendor to provide pest control services for approximately 326,743 total square feet, with building sizes ranging from 648 to 52,108 square feet. The scope of services includes controlling various pests such as cockroaches, silverfish, spiders, flies, ants, and rodents, with specific provisions for on-call bed bug treatments. Vendors must possess a current Pesticide Business License and appropriate technician certifications. Key requirements include maintaining insurance coverage of at least $25,000 for bodily injury and $100,000 for property damage. The bid event (EVT0010479) has a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for September 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with proposal submissions due on October 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Evaluation criteria will likely include pricing, service capabilities, licensing, and insurance compliance.

The contract opportunity includes several potential set-aside and preference considerations, particularly for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses and Certified Businesses. Bidders must submit various forms including a Tax Clearance Certificate, Boycott of Israel form, Sexual Harassment form, and Immigration Reform and Control form. The State reserves the right to accept or reject any bid and maintains an Accounts Receivable Set-Off Program. The contract is structured for a five-year term, with the option for incremental price increases not exceeding 5% for years two through five. Vendors must provide monthly and annual pricing, along with additional pricing for bed bug treatments and trip charges. Payment terms are net 30 days, with monthly invoices submitted to the KNI Business Office. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of services across eleven buildings suggests a substantial contract value. The successful vendor must provide uniformed, identified personnel, adhere to security protocols, and guarantee callback services within one business day at no additional charge.