IDOC-van-FY26-ethernet cable for LAN-KAC

The State of Illinois, through the Vandalia Correctional Center located in Vandalia, has awarded a contract to Taj Federal for the procurement of Premium CAT6 Outdoor Bulk Ethernet Cable. The contract, identified as 26-426DOC-VANDA-P-86488, is an Open Market Small Purchase with a total value of $243, covering the period from award date (September 16, 2025) through June 30, 2026. The specific cable being acquired is a direct burial, solid copper Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable with UV and gel-filled properties, measuring 23 AWG and configured in a 1000 ft/roll, comparable to Primus Cable SKU: C6CMXF-2044BK.

The contract includes several additional requirements, such as the submission of a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA), provision of specification sheets and product images, and an explicit statement allowing "or equal" product submissions with the burden of proof resting on the bidder. The procurement is funded through the General Revenue Fund for Fiscal Year 2026, with delivery expected within 30 days of order placement and all transportation and handling costs to be covered by the vendor. The contract emphasizes that brand name references are intended to describe quality and performance standards rather than restrict competition.