Affidavit IL Business Bid Preference v25.1~3.pdf

This is an Affidavit of Illinois Business Bid Preference document related to the Illinois Department of Transportation's contract opportunity I-25-6003 for parking lot demolition at the Hinsdale Oasis and O'Hare Oasis locations along the Tri-State Tollway (I-294) at mileposts 25.0 and 37.9. The document serves as a certification form for bidders to claim eligibility for Illinois Business Enterprise (IBE) preference in the competitive solicitation process. Electronic submission of all bid documents, including this affidavit, is mandatory in accordance with CPO Notice 2023.12, with paper submissions not accepted. The affidavit requires bidders to attest to their Illinois business status and compliance with applicable state regulations to qualify for bid preference consideration.

The affidavit form establishes the framework for applying Illinois Business Enterprise preference provisions to this demolition project. Bidders must complete and submit the signed affidavit as part of their proposal package to demonstrate eligibility for the applicable preference. The form does not establish pricing, set-asides, or specific funding amounts but rather serves as a qualifying mechanism for bidders meeting the state's definition of an Illinois business. All submissions must be completed electronically as required by state procurement policy, with the affidavit functioning as supporting documentation within the broader competitive solicitation process outlined in the attached Volume I requirements.