B-50672 Q and A Part 2.docx

This is a Questions and Answers document issued by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security in response to bidder inquiries for Invitation for Bid 26-588IEMA-MGMTA-B-50672 for three 8-inch diesel trash pumps to support flood fight operations. The document clarifies critical specifications and procurement timelines for vendors preparing bids. Key technical specifications confirmed include a static lift requirement of 70 to 110 feet, 8-inch elbows configured with two 45-degree angles and two 90-degree angles, and mandatory use of 4-cylinder diesel engines (6-cylinder engines are not acceptable). The bid opening date has been extended to March 16, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Central Time, and the delivery deadline remains firm at June 30, 2026, with no extension available.

The clarifications provided in this Q&A document establish non-negotiable procurement parameters for interested vendors. The Agency has confirmed that delivery of the pumps cannot be extended beyond June 30, 2026, establishing a critical timeline for equipment procurement and delivery. No changes to the original bid submission requirements or evaluation criteria are indicated in this addendum. The document does not address pricing terms, set-asides, incumbent information, or funding sources, as these matters are covered in the primary solicitation documents.