Robertson Unit Pest Control

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) number IW215829 for comprehensive pest control services at the Robertson Unit, a correctional facility. The procurement seeks a vendor to provide monthly interior pest control, emergency service calls, quarterly exterior pest control for the horse barn and kennel, and bi-annual exterior pest control for three unit pickets and the Warden's house. Successful bidders must possess a Commercial Applicators License and provide a Licensed Pesticide Applicator capable of eradicating rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other insects within the facility and surrounding areas. The non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM CT, with a registration deadline of July 23, 2025, and bids are due by August 6, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT. The initial contract term is one year, with options to renew for four additional one-year periods through August 31, 2030. Vendors must submit unit pricing for different pest control services, with prices remaining firm throughout the contract year unless the service area square footage changes.

The solicitation includes specific Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) requirements, with a subcontracting goal of 26.0% for all other services contracts. Prime contractors must either subcontract a portion of the contract to Texas certified HUB vendors or provide extensive documentation justifying their subcontracting approach. While no specific budget range was explicitly stated in the documents, the procurement covers pest control services for a facility with a substantial square footage inventory, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The vendor will be required to comply with TDCJ security procedures and provide comprehensive reporting of pest control activities. Bidders must submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan and meet minimum qualifications including proper licensing, insurance capabilities, and adherence to the state's procurement standards. The contract aims to ensure effective pest management across the Robertson Unit while promoting opportunities for economically disadvantaged businesses in state government contracting.