EMA - Disposal or Proper Transfer of Radioactive Sources

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security, awarded a contract to Philotechnics, Ltd., for the transfer and disposal of radioactive materials. The contract, executed on June 1, 2026, with a total value of $29,068.00, encompasses two primary service deliverables: (1) the transfer and disposal of 14 Cobalt-60 radioactive sources (model P2608-100, 2.1 millicuries each) at $1,612.00 per unit ($22,568.00 total), and (2) the transfer and disposal of 10 Berthold LB300IRL Type II shielded devices at $650.00 per unit ($6,500.00 total). Materials will be retrieved from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security headquarters located at 1301 Knotts Street, Springfield, Illinois 62703.

The contract period of performance extends from the execution date through June 30, 2026, with all services required to be completed and invoiced by the termination date. Philotechnics, Ltd., a vendor based in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, must comply with all United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations and applicable state requirements governing the handling and disposal of licensed radioactive materials. The engagement was classified as an open market small purchase procurement under the State of Illinois Management and Administration contracting organization, utilizing state fiscal year 2026 funding.