Ramsey Unit Pest Control

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking comprehensive pest control services for the Ramsey Unit through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation number IW215855. The contract requires a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License to provide monthly interior and exterior pest control treatments for the facility and swine operation, including emergency service calls and periodic treatments for various additional locations such as farm offices, farm shops, kennels, and state housing. Bidders must demonstrate capabilities to manage pest populations including rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other insects, with specific treatment protocols and reporting requirements. The non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT, with bid submissions due by August 4, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT. The initial contract term will run from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with options to renew for four additional one-year periods. Evaluation will be based on the most advantageous bid, considering factors such as vendor performance and conformance to specifications. Vendors must comply with TDCJ's security procedures, safety requirements, and policies.

The solicitation includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan with a 26.0% HUB participation goal for the "All Other Services Contracts" category. Prime contractors are required to either subcontract with Texas certified HUB vendors or demonstrate a good faith effort to do so, which involves notifying potential HUB subcontractors and providing documentation of outreach efforts. The procurement supports economic opportunities for disadvantaged businesses, in alignment with the 2009 State of Texas Disparity Study. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the pest control services across multiple facility areas suggests a substantial contract value. Contractors must provide monthly progress reports and seek approval for any modifications to their subcontracting plan. The solicitation documents indicate that minimum qualifications include appropriate licenses, insurance capabilities, and the ability to commence services without financial assistance from the department. Potential bidders can access additional information and trade organizations through the HUB program representatives to identify potential subcontractors across various minority and business categories.