SFM SUV's - Mid-Size

The Illinois State Fire Marshal (AMIN592 - Administration) awarded a competitive sealed bidding contract (26-592SFM-AMIN5-P-89154) to Morrow Brothers Ford, Inc. for the procurement of midsize Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs). The contract, valued at $1,149,675.00, covers the acquisition of white, 4-door SUVs with flex fuel engines, to be delivered to the state's Central Services Motorpool in Springfield, Illinois. The vehicles must be new, unused, and represent the manufacturer's current production models.

The contract is effective from November 25, 2025, to November 24, 2026, with a total authorized purchase of up to 25 vehicles. The procurement process followed the Illinois Procurement Code and Standard Procurement Rules, with the award made to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. Notably, the contract includes comprehensive specifications for the vehicles, mandating that transportation and delivery costs are to be incorporated into the unit pricing. The Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and Veterans Business Program (VBP) utilization goals were both set at 0% for this specific contract.