Wainwright Unit Pest Control

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is soliciting bids for comprehensive pest control services at the Wainwright Unit through Invitation for Bid (IFB) number IW215192. The procurement requires a Licensed Pesticide Applicator with a Commercial Applicators License to perform monthly interior treatments, emergency service calls, monthly exterior treatments for swine and poultry operations, quarterly exterior treatments for farm facilities, and bi-annual exterior treatments at multiple locations. Targeted pest populations include rats, mice, bedbugs, cockroaches, and other specified insects. The vendor must comply with all TDCJ policies and safety requirements, provide detailed reporting after each service, and maintain specific insurance coverage limits. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 14, 2025, at 10:30 AM CT, with a registration deadline of July 11, 2025. Bids are due by 3:00 PM CT on July 28, 2025, with the service period commencing September 1, 2025. The initial contract term is one year, with options to renew for four additional one-year periods through August 31, 2030.

The solicitation strongly encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), with a specific HUB subcontracting goal of 26.0% for all other services contracts. Bidders must submit a comprehensive HUB Subcontracting Plan that demonstrates good faith efforts to include Texas certified HUB vendors in the contract. The Department reserves the right to award multiple contracts and will evaluate bids based on quality, conformance to specifications, and vendor performance tracking. Contractors must provide notice to potential subcontractors, including details such as the contract award number, subcontracting opportunity, approximate dollar value, and expected percentage of work. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the scope covers pest control services across a large facility with multiple treatment requirements. Vendors must be prepared to navigate complex reporting requirements, maintain strict compliance with state regulations, and potentially integrate with existing facility management systems. The procurement allows for potential contract modifications and requires ongoing communication with TDCJ contract administrators.