IDoA_APSTC_Trainer_Contract_IDOA_APS_Executed_10.01.25_2025-v-25-4 _Redacted.pdf

State of Illinois Contract v.25.4

Illinois Department on Aging Contract

APS Training Consultant Services

26-402AGE-FINAD-P-

The Parties to this contract are the State of Illinois acting through the undersigned Agency (collectively the State) and the Vendor. This contract, consisting of the signature page and numbered sections listed below and any attachments referenced in this contract, constitute the entire contract between the Parties concerning the subject matter of the contract, and in signing the contract, the Vendor affirms that the Certifications and Financial Disclosures and Conflicts of Interest attached hereto are true and accurate as of the date of the Vendor’s execution of the contract. This contract supersedes all prior proposals, contracts and understandings between the Parties concerning the subject matter of the contract. This contract can be signed in multiple counterparts upon agreement of the Parties.

1. SCOPE OF WORK

1.1. OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE: APS Training Consultants (APSTC) is contracting with the State of Illinois, Office of Adult Protective Services; Illinois Department on Aging, to provide professional services as subject matter experts on APS training, specifically for curriculum development and training for APS front-line workers and Department staff.

1.2. SUPPLIES AND/OR SERVICES REQUIRED: APS Training Consultants duties and responsibilities will include providing subject matter expertise, curriculum development, and training materials for APS programs.

1.2.1. Training Services Schedule Overview:

Days 1 through 3 – Participants would attend class from 8:30 am CST – 3:00 pm CST. The participants are granted two (2) – 15 min breaks in addition to one (1) hour for lunch.

Day 4 – Participants would attend class from 8:30 am CST – 12:00 pm CST, and then a course test will be provided to the participants and will be administered at 12:00 pm by IDoA staff.

1.2.2. APS Training Consultants will provide the total for the seventeen (17) modules as outlined below to be virtually provided in addition to provision of the live consultation services of the duration of this contract.

1.2.3. APS Training Consultants will create and provide the following supportive materials for use in administering APSTC’s courses for each module provided:

1.2.3.1. Initial outline with content and activities.

1.2.3.2. Training modules which can include PowerPoint materials, or recommendations for other forms of conducting training activities (training software/apps/other recommendations).

1.2.3.3. Standardized trainer’s manual solely created for Illinois Department on Aging’s, Adult Protective Services (APS), including standardized training scripts

1.2.3.4. Participant’s manual which includes handouts and activities.

1.2.3.5. Specific Illinois’ policies/procedures relating to the content and context of the trainings provided.

1.2.4. Vendor will facilitate the following services outlined in a detail summary with applicable dates for completion, within 30-days of contract execution:

1.2.4.1. In-depth outline for each module that includes review with all stakeholders.

1.2.4.2. First draft of training modules and supportive materials, Trainer Manual and Participant Manual, and review with stakeholders; make recommended changes.

1.2.4.3. Second draft of training modules and supportive materials, Trainer Manual and Participant Manual and review with stakeholders; make additional changes.

1.2.4.4. Final draft of training modules and supportive materials, Trainer Manual and Participant Manual, and review with stakeholders.

1.2.4.5. Provide the final materials to the stakeholder, IDoA.

1.2.4.6. Conduct a virtual train-the-trainer session with IDoA on the final product.

1.3. MILESTONES AND DELIVERABLES: APS Training Consultants will provide the following deliverables.

1.3.1. Curriculum Development:

1.3.1.1. 8-Training Modules (4-hours)

1.3.1.2. 1-Training Module (6-hours)

1.3.1.3. 2-Training Modules (2-hours)

1.3.2. Virtual Training:

1.3.2.1. 8-Training Modules (4-hours)

1.3.2.2. 1-Training Module (6-hours)

1.3.2.3. 2-Training Modules (2-hours)

1.3.3. APSTC Core Training Courses:

1.3.3.1. APS Field Safety (4-hours)

1.3.3.2. Disability Etiquette and Practice (4-hours)

1.3.3.3. Documenting the APS Case: A Skill-Building Forum (4-hours)

1.3.3.4. Engaging in Difficult Conversations (4-hours)

1.3.3.5. Identifying and Addressing Sexual Abuse and Sexual Consent (4-hours)

1.3.3.6. Mental Illness 101 (4-hours)

1.3.3.7. Motivational Interviewing (4-hours)

1.3.3.8. Risk Assessment, Investigations and Case Planning (6-hours)

1.3.3.9. Self-Neglect in Older Adults (4-hours)

1.3.3.10. Screening For Decision-Making Capacity (2-hours)

1.3.3.11. Tools for Screening for Decision Making Capacity (2-hours)

1.3.4. Supporting New Leaders:

1.3.4.1. Making the Transition to Leadership (6-hours)

1.3.4.2. Building Engaged Teams(6-hours)

1.3.4.3. Situational Leadership (6-hours)

1.3.5. Leadership Essentials:

1.3.5.1. Performance Management – Setting Expectations, Reviewing Progress, Facilitating Performance Improvement, and Follow Up to Support Improvement (6-hours)

1.3.6. Management Training

1.3.6.1. Principles of Effective Leadership (The Four Keys to Great Management) (6-hours)

1.3.6.2. Leading Through Change (6-hours)

1.4. VENDOR/STAFF SPECIFICATIONS: APS Training Consultants will provide IDoA with professional training services and support from staff with the following direct experience, over the duration of this agreement.

1.4.1. Executive Project Manager with the equivalent of 20-years of direct applicable service.

1.4.2. Project Manager with the equivalent of 15-years of direct applicable service.

1.4.3. Leadership Trainer and Strength Coach with the equivalent of 20-years of direct applicable service.

1.4.4. Organizational Development and Strategic Planning Specialist with the equivalent of 20-years of direct applicable service.

1.4.5. Policy and Development Expert with the equivalent of 20-years of direct applicable service.

1.4.6. Public Health Certified nurse and or medical professional with the equivalent of a minimum of 10-years of direct applicable service.

1.4.7. Multimedia Production Specialist with the equivalent of 10-years of direct applicable service.

1.4.8. Multimedia and E-Learning Specialist with the equivalent of 20-years of direct

1.4.9. Web Developer and Graphic Designer with the equivalent of 20-years of direct

1.5. TRANSPORTATION AND DELIVERY: APS Consultants will provide live services using one or more of the following platforms, provided at no additional cost to the State (virtual via Webex, Zoom or Teams).

1.6. SUBCONTRACTING:

Subcontractors are not allowed.

1.7. WHERE SERVICES ARE TO BE PERFORMED: Unless otherwise disclosed in this section all services shall be performed in the United States. If the Vendor performs the services purchased hereunder in another country in violation of this provision, such action may be deemed by the State as a breach of the contract by Vendor.

Vendor shall disclose the locations where the services required shall be performed and the known or anticipated value of the services to be performed at each location. If the Vendor received additional consideration in the evaluation based on work being performed in the United States, it shall be a breach of contract if the Offeror shifts any such work outside the United States.

Location where services will be performed: 205 Ashton Court, Sheads Ferry, NC 28460-00000

Value of services performed at this location: 100%

2. PRICING

2.1. TYPE OF PRICING: The Illinois Office of the Comptroller requires the State to indicate whether the contract price is firm or estimated at the time it is submitted for obligation. The total price of this contract is estimated.

2.2. VENDOR’S PRICING: Vendor’s pricing is located in the Items Tab in the

BidBuy Purchase Order. The State includes in this contract the BidBuy Purchase Order as it contains the agreed pricing.

2.2.1. Curriculum Development Services: Cost for 11-Training Modules (8- at 4-hours, 1-at 6-hours, 2- at 2-hours)

2.2.2. Virtual Training Services: Cost for 11-Training Modules (8- at 4 hours, 1-at 6-hours, 2- at 2-hours)

2.2.3. Leadership Training Services: Cost for 6-Virtual trainings and 6-Training Modules at 6-hours.

2.3. RENEWAL COMPENSATION: If the contract is renewed, the price shall be at the same rate as for the initial contract term, unless a different compensation or formula for determining the renewal compensation is stated in this section. N/A

2.4. MAXIMUM AMOUNT: The total payments under the initial term of this contract shall not exceed $159,650.00 without a formal amendment. The maximum amount will be entered by the State prior to execution of the contract.

3. TERM AND TERMINATION

3.1. TERM:

3.1.1. TERM OF THIS CONTRACT: The contract will have an initial term commencing upon the date of final signature for 12 months. In no event will the maximum total term of the contract, including the initial term, any renewal terms, and any extensions, exceed ten (10) years. Vendor shall not commence billable work in furtherance of the contract prior to final execution of the contract except when permitted pursuant to 30 ILCS 500/20-80.

3.1.2. RENEWAL: Subject to the maximum total term identified above, the State has the option to renew for the following term(s): N/A

3.2. TERMINATION FOR CAUSE: The State may terminate this contract, in whole or in part, immediately upon notice to the Vendor if: (a) the State determines that the actions or inactions of the Vendor, its agents, employees or subcontractors have caused, or reasonably could cause, jeopardy to health, safety, or property, or (b) the Vendor has notified the State that it is unable or unwilling to perform the contract.

If Vendor fails to perform to the State’s satisfaction any material requirement of this contract, is in violation of a material provision of this contract, or the State determines that the Vendor lacks the financial resources to perform the contract, the State shall provide written notice to the Vendor to cure the problem identified within the period of time specified in the State’s written notice. If not cured by that date the State may either: (a) immediately terminate the contract without additional written notice or (b) enforce the terms and conditions of the contract.

For termination due to any of the causes contained in this Section, the State retains its rights to seek any available legal or equitable remedies and damages.

3.3. TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE: The State may, for its convenience and with thirty (30) days prior written notice to Vendor, terminate this contract in whole or in part and without payment of any penalty or incurring any further obligation to the Vendor.

Upon submission of invoices and proof of claim, the Vendor shall be entitled to compensation for supplies and services provided in compliance with this contract up to and including the date of termination.

3.4. AVAILABILITY OF APPROPRIATION: This contract is contingent upon and subject to the availability of funds. The State, at its sole option, may terminate or suspend this contract, in whole or in part, without penalty or further payment being required, if (1) the Illinois General Assembly or the federal funding source fails to make an appropriation sufficient to pay such obligation, or if funds needed are insufficient for any reason (30 ILCS 500/20-60), (2) the Governor decreases the Agency’s funding by reserving some or all of the Agency’s appropriation(s) pursuant to power delegated to the Governor by the Illinois General Assembly, or (3) the Agency determines, in its sole discretion or as directed by the Office of the Governor, that a reduction is necessary or advisable based upon actual or projected budgetary considerations. Contractor will be notified in writing of the failure of appropriation or of a reduction or decrease.

4. STANDARD BUSINESS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

4.1. PAYMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

4.1.1. LATE PAYMENT: Payments, including late payment charges, will be paid in accordance with the State Prompt Payment Act and rules when applicable. 30 ILCS 540; 74 III. Adm. Code 900. This shall be Vendor’s sole remedy for late payments by the State. Payment terms contained in Vendor’s invoices shall have no force or effect.

4.1.2. MINORITY CONTRACTOR INITIATIVE: Any Vendor awarded a contract of

$1,000 or more under Section 20-10, 20-15, 20-25 or 20-30 of the Illinois Procurement Code (30 ILCS 500) is required to pay a fee of $15. The Comptroller shall deduct the fee from the first check issued to the Vendor under the contract and deposit the fee in the Comptroller’s Administrative Fund. 15 ILCS 405/23.9.

4.1.3. EXPENSES: The State will not pay for supplies provided or services rendered, including related expenses, incurred prior to the execution of this contract by the Parties even if the effective date of the contract is prior to execution.

4.1.4. PREVAILING WAGE: As a condition of receiving payment Vendor must (i) be in compliance with the contract, (ii) pay its employees prevailing wages when required by law, (iii) pay its suppliers and subcontractors according to the terms of their respective contracts, and (iv) provide lien waivers to the State upon request. Examples of prevailing wage categories include public works, printing, janitorial, window washing, building and grounds services, site technician services, natural resource services, security guard and food services. The prevailing wages are revised by the Illinois Department of Labor (DOL) and are available on DOL’s official website, which shall be deemed proper notification of any rate changes under this subsection. Vendor is responsible for contacting DOL at 217-782-6206 or (https://labor.illinois.gov) to ensure understanding of prevailing wage requirements.

4.1.5. FEDERAL FUNDING: This contract may be partially or totally funded with

Federal funds. If Federal funds are expected to be used, then the percentage of the good/service paid using Federal funds and the total Federal funds expected to be used will be provided to the awarded Vendor in the notice of intent to award.

4.1.6. INVOICING: By submitting an invoice, Vendor certifies that the supplies or services provided meet all requirements of this contract, and the amount billed and expenses incurred are as allowed in this contract. Invoices for supplies purchased, services performed, and expenses incurred through June 30 of any year must be submitted to the State no later than July 31 of that year; otherwise Vendor may have to seek payment through the Illinois Court of Claims. 30 ILCS 105/25. All invoices are subject to statutory offset. 30 ILCS 210.

4.1.6.1. Vendor shall not bill for any taxes unless accompanied by proof that the State is subject to the tax. If necessary, Vendor may request the applicable agency’s Illinois tax exemption number and Federal tax exemption information.

4.1.6.2. Vendor shall invoice at this completion of the contract unless invoicing is tied in this contract to milestones, deliverables, or other invoicing requirements agreed to in the contract.

Send invoices to:

Agency: Illinois Department on Aging

Attn: Division of Finance Administration

Address: One Natural Resource Way

City, State Zip: Springfield, Illinois 62702

Email:

For procurements conducted in BidBuy, the Agency may include in this contract the BidBuy Purchase Order as it contains the Bill To address.

4.2. ASSIGNMENT: This contract may not be assigned or transferred in whole or in part by Vendor without the prior written consent of the State.

4.3. SUBCONTRACTING: For purposes of this section, subcontractors are those with contracts with an annual value exceeding $100,000 and who are specifically hired to perform all or part of the work covered by this contract. Vendor must receive prior written approval before use of any subcontractors in the performance of this contract. Vendor shall describe, in an attachment if not already provided, the names and addresses of all authorized subcontractors to be utilized by Vendor in the performance of this contract, together with a description of the work to be performed by the subcontractor and the anticipated amount of money that each subcontractor is expected to receive pursuant to this contract. If required, Vendor shall provide a copy of any subcontracts within fifteen (15) days after execution of this contract. All subcontracts must include the same certifications that Vendor must make as a condition of this contract.

Vendor shall include in each subcontract the Standard Illinois Certification form available from the State. If at any time during the term of the Contract, Vendor adds or changes any subcontractors, then Vendor must promptly notify, by written amendment to the Contract, the State Purchasing Officer or the Chief

Procurement Officer of the names and addresses, the expected amount of money that each new or replaced subcontractor will receive pursuant to the Contract, and the general type of work to be performed. 30 ILCS 500/20-120.

4.4. AUDIT/RETENTION OF RECORDS: Vendor and its subcontractors shall maintain books and records relating to the performance of this contract and any subcontract necessary to support amounts charged to the State pursuant this contract or subcontract. Books and records, including information stored in databases or other computer systems, shall be maintained by the Vendor for a period of three (3) years from the later of the date of final payment under the contract or completion of the contract, and by the subcontractor for a period of three (3) years from the later of final payment under the term or completion of the subcontract. If Federal funds are used to pay contract costs, the Vendor and its subcontractors must retain their respective records for five (5) years. Books and records required to be maintained under this section shall be available for review or audit by representatives of the procuring Agency, the Auditor General, the Executive Inspector General, the Chief Procurement Officer, State of Illinois internal auditors or other governmental entities with monitoring authority, upon reasonable notice and during normal business hours. Vendor and its subcontractors shall cooperate fully with any such audit and with any investigation conducted by any of these entities. Failure to maintain books and records required by this section shall establish a presumption in favor of the State for the recovery of any funds paid by the State under this contract or any subcontract for which adequate books and records are not available to support the purported disbursement. The Vendor or subcontractors shall not impose a charge for audit or examination of the Vendor’s or subcontractor’s books and records. 30 ILCS 500/20-65.

4.5. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE: Time is of the essence with respect to Vendor’s performance of this contract. Vendor shall continue to perform its obligations while any dispute concerning this contract is being resolved unless otherwise directed by the State.

4.6. NO WAIVER OF RIGHTS: Except as specifically waived in writing, failure by a Party to exercise or enforce a right does not waive that Party’s right to exercise or enforce that or other rights in the future.

4.7. FORCE MAJEURE: Failure by either Party to perform its duties and obligations will be excused by unforeseeable circumstances beyond its reasonable control and not due to its negligence, including acts of nature, acts of terrorism, riots, labor disputes, fire, flood, explosion, and governmental prohibition. The non-declaring Party may cancel this contract without penalty if performance does not resume within thirty (30) days of the declaration.

4.8. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: Each Party to this contract, including its agents and subcontractors, may have or gain access to confidential data or information owned or maintained by the other Party in the course of carrying out its responsibilities under this contract. Vendor shall presume all information received from the State or to which it gains access pursuant to this contract is confidential. Vendor information, unless clearly marked as confidential and exempt from disclosure under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, shall be considered public. No confidential data collected, maintained, or used in the course of performance of this contract shall be disseminated except as authorized by law and with the written consent of the disclosing Party, either during the period of this contract or thereafter. The receiving Party must return any and all data collected, maintained, created or used in the course of the performance of this contract, in whatever form it is maintained, promptly at the end of this contract, or earlier at the request of the disclosing Party, or notify the disclosing Party in writing of its destruction. The foregoing obligations shall not apply to confidential data or information lawfully in the receiving Party’s possession prior to its acquisition from the disclosing Party; received in good faith from a third Party not subject to any confidentiality obligation to the disclosing Party; now is or later becomes publicly known through no breach of confidentiality obligation by the receiving Party; or that is independently developed by the receiving Party without the use or benefit of the disclosing Party’s confidential information.

4.9. USE AND OWNERSHIP: All work performed or supplies created by Vendor under this contract, whether written documents or data, goods or deliverables of any kind, shall be deemed work for hire under copyright law and all intellectual property and other laws, and the State of Illinois is granted sole and exclusive ownership to all such work, unless otherwise agreed in writing. Vendor hereby assigns to the State all right, title, and interest in and to such work including any related intellectual property rights, and/or waives any and all claims that Vendor may have to such work including any so-called "moral rights" in connection with the work. Vendor acknowledges the State may use the work product for any purpose. Confidential data or information contained in such work shall be subject to the confidentiality provisions of this contract.

4.10. INDEMNIFICATION AND LIABILITY: The Vendor shall indemnify and hold harmless the State of Illinois, its agencies, officers, employees, agents and volunteers from any and all costs, demands, expenses, losses, claims, damages, liabilities, settlements and judgments, including in-house and contracted attorneys’ fees and expenses, arising out of: (a) any breach or violation by Vendor of any of its certifications, representations, warranties, covenants or agreements; (b) any actual or alleged death or injury to any person, damage to any real or personal property, or any other damage or loss claimed to result in whole or in part from Vendor’s negligent performance; (c) any act, activity or omission of Vendor or any of its employees, representatives, subcontractors or agents; or (d) any actual or alleged claim that the services or goods provided under this contract infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate any intellectual property (patent, copyright, trade secret, or trademark) rights of a third party.

In accordance with Article VIII, Section 1(a),(b) of the Constitution of the State of Illinois and 1973 Illinois Attorney General Opinion 78, the State may not indemnify private parties absent express statutory authority permitting the indemnification. Neither Party shall be liable for incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.

4.11. INSURANCE: Vendor shall, at all times during the term of this contract and any renewals or extensions, maintain and provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the State as an additionally insured for all required bonds and insurance.

Certificates may not be modified or canceled until at least thirty (30) days’ notice has been provided to the State. Vendor shall provide: (a) General Commercial Liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence (Combined Single Limit Bodily Injury and Property Damage) and $2,000,000 Annual Aggregate; (b) Auto Liability, including Hired Auto and Non-owned Auto (Combined Single Limit Bodily Injury and Property Damage), in amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence;

and (c) Worker’s Compensation Insurance in the amount required by law.

Insurance shall not limit Vendor’s obligation to indemnify, defend, or settle any claims.

4.12. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: Vendor shall act as an independent contractor and not an agent or employee of, or joint venturer with the State. All payments by the State shall be made on that basis.

4.13. SOLICITATION AND EMPLOYMENT: Vendor shall not employ any person employed by the State during the term of this contract to perform any work under this contract. Vendor shall give notice immediately to the Agency’s director if Vendor solicits or intends to solicit State employees to perform any work under this contract.

4.14. COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW: The Vendor, its employees, agents, and subcontractors shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, ordinances, regulations, orders, Federal circulars and all license and permit requirements in the performance of this contract. Vendor shall be in compliance with applicable tax requirements and shall be current in payment of such taxes.

Vendor shall obtain at its own expense, all licenses and permissions necessary for the performance of this contract.

4.15. BACKGROUND CHECK: Whenever the State deems it reasonably necessary for security reasons, the State may conduct, at its expense, criminal and driver history background checks of Vendor’s and subcontractor’s officers, employees or agents. Vendor or subcontractor shall immediately reassign any individual who, in the opinion of the State, does not pass the background check.

4.16. APPLICABLE LAW:

4.16.1. PREVAILING LAW: This contract shall be construed in accordance with and is subject to the laws and rules of the State of Illinois.

4.16.2. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The Department of Human Rights’ Equal Opportunity requirements are incorporated by reference. 44 Ill. Adm. Code 750.

4.16.3. COURT OF CLAIMS; ARBITRATION; SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY: Any claim against the State arising out of this contract must be filed exclusively with the Illinois Court of Claims. 705 ILCS 505. The State shall not enter into binding arbitration to resolve any dispute arising out of this contract. The State of Illinois does not waive sovereign immunity by entering into this contract.

4.16.4. OFFICIAL TEXT: The official text of the statutes cited herein is incorporated by reference. An unofficial version can be viewed at (www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs.asp).

4.17. ANTI-TRUST ASSIGNMENT: If Vendor does not pursue any claim or cause of action it has arising under Federal or State antitrust laws relating to the subject matter of this contract, then upon request of the Illinois Attorney General, Vendor shall assign to the State all of Vendor’s rights, title and interest to the claim or cause of action.

4.18. CONTRACTUAL AUTHORITY: The Agency that signs this contract on behalf of the State of Illinois shall be the only State entity responsible for performance and payment under this contract. When the Chief Procurement Officer or authorized designee or State Purchasing Officer signs in addition to an Agency, he/she does so as approving officer and shall have no liability to Vendor. When the Chief Procurement Officer or authorized designee or State Purchasing Officer signs a master contract on behalf of State agencies, only the Agency that places an order or orders with the Vendor shall have any liability to the Vendor for that order or orders.

4.19. EXPATRIATED ENTITIES: Except in limited circumstances, no business or member of a unitary business group, as defined in the Illinois Income Tax Act, shall submit a bid for or enter into a contract with a State agency if that business or any member of the unitary business group is an expatriated entity.

4.20. NOTICES: Notices and other communications provided for herein shall be given in writing via electronic mail whenever possible. If transmission via electronic mail is not possible, then notices and other communications shall be given in writing via registered or certified mail with return receipt requested, via receipted hand delivery, via courier (UPS, Federal Express or other similar and reliable carrier), or via facsimile showing the date and time of successful receipt. Notices shall be sent to the individuals who signed this contract using the contact information following the signatures. Each such notice shall be deemed to have been provided at the time it is actually received. By giving notice, either Party may change its contact information.

4.21. MODIFICATIONS AND SURVIVAL: Amendments, modifications and waivers must be in writing and signed by authorized representatives of the Parties. Any provision of this contract officially declared void, unenforceable, or against public policy, shall be ignored and the remaining provisions shall be interpreted, as far as possible, to give effect to the Parties’ intent. All provisions that by their nature would be expected to survive, shall survive termination. In the event of a conflict between the State’s and the Vendor’s terms, conditions and attachments, the State’s terms, conditions and attachments shall prevail.

4.22. PERFORMANCE RECORD/SUSPENSION: Upon request of the State, Vendor shall meet to discuss performance or provide contract performance updates to help ensure proper performance of this contract. The State may consider Vendor’s performance under this contract and compliance with law and rule to determine whether to continue this contract, suspend Vendor from doing future business with the State for a specified period of time, or whether Vendor can be considered responsible on specific future contract opportunities.

4.23. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT: This contract and all related public records maintained by, provided to, or required to be provided to the State are subject to the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) notwithstanding any provision to the contrary that may be found in this contract. 5 ILCS 140.

4.24. SCHEDULE OF WORK: Any work performed on State premises shall be performed during the hours designated by the State and performed in a manner that does not interfere with the State and its personnel.

4.25. WARRANTIES FOR SUPPLIES AND SERVICES:

4.25.1. Vendor warrants that the supplies furnished under this contract will: (a) conform to the standards, specifications, drawing, samples or descriptions furnished by the State or furnished by the Vendor and agreed to by the State, including but not limited to all specifications attached as exhibits hereto; (b) be merchantable, of good quality and workmanship, and free from defects for a period of twelve months or longer if so specified in writing, and fit and sufficient for the intended use; (c) comply with all federal and state laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to the manufacturing, packing, labeling, sale and delivery of the supplies; (d) be of good title and be free and clear of all liens and encumbrances and; (e) not infringe any patent, copyright or other intellectual property rights of any third party. Vendor agrees to reimburse the State for any losses, costs, damages or expenses, including without limitations, reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses, arising from failure of the supplies to meet such warranties.

4.26. Vendor shall ensure that all manufacturers’ warranties are transferred to the State and shall provide to the State copies of such warranties. These warranties shall be in addition to all other warranties, express, implied or statutory, and shall survive the State’s payment, acceptance, inspection or failure to inspect the supplies.

4.27. Vendor warrants that all services will be performed to meet the requirements of this contract in an efficient and effective manner by trained and competent personnel. Vendor shall monitor performances of each individual and shall immediately reassign any individual who does not perform in accordance with this contract, who is disruptive or not respectful of others in the workplace, or who in any way violates the contract or State policies.

4.28. REPORTING, STATUS AND MONITORING SPECIFICATIONS: Vendor shall immediately notify the State of any event that may have a material impact on Vendor’s ability to perform this contract. All reporting shall be provided to the Aging.procurement@illinois.gov inbox.

4.29. EMPLOYEMENT TAX CREDIT: Vendors who hire qualified veterans and certain ex-offenders may be eligible for tax credits. 35 ILCS 5/216, 5/217. Please contact the Illinois Department of Revenue (telephone #: 217-524-4772) for information about tax credits.

5. STATE SUPPLEMENTAL PROVISIONS

Agency Definitions

5.1. APSTC- APS Training Consultants

5.2. IDOA- Illinois Department on Aging (the Department)

Required Federal Clauses, Certifications and Assurances

5.3. HIPPA –Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act: is a federal law enacted in 1996 to protect sensitive patient health information.

5.4. PHI – Protected Health Information: Any individually identifiable health information that is created, used, or disclosed by a healthcare provider, health insurer, or healthcare clearinghouse. This includes information.

5.5. FTI – Federal Tax Information: Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 6103: This fundamental law mandates that FTI remains confidential by default unless a specific statute authorizes its disclosure. Privacy Act of 1974: Along with the IRC, it further safeguards taxpayers against unwarranted privacy invasions.

5.6. PII – Protected Identifiable Information: Any data that can be used to identify a specific individual

Names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, and passport numbers Financial information like bank account and credit card numbers Biometric data like fingerprints and facial recognition IP addresses and device identifiers when linked to an individual

Public Works Requirements (construction and maintenance of a public work) 820

ILCS 130/4.

N/A Prevailing Wage (janitorial cleaning, window cleaning, building and grounds, site technician, natural resources, food services, security services, and printing, if valued at more than $200 per month or $2,000 per year) 30 ILCS 500/25-60.

N/A

Agency Specific Terms and Conditions

5.7. The State – Illinois State government

5.8. The Department – Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA)

5.9. The Parties – Vendor and the State and or IDoA

Other (describe) N/A

6. ATTACHMENTS

6.1. Financial Disclosures (including Illinois Procurement Gateway print-off if applicable)

6.2. Illinois Standard Certifications

6.3. BidBuy Purchase Order

AGENCY USE ONLY NOT PART OF CONTRACTUAL PROVISIONS

Agency Reference #: 25-402AGE-FINAD-R-248842

Project Title: APS Training Consultant Services

Contract #: 26-402AGE-FINAD-P-

Procurement Method (IFB, RFP, Small Purchase, etc.): Sole Source

BidBuy / Bulletin Reference #: 26-402AGE-FINAD-B-48686

BidBuy / Bulletin Publication Date:

Award Code:

Yes No Subcontractor Disclosure? Yes No

Yes No

Yes No

Subcontractor Utilization?

Funding Source:

Obligation #:

Small Business Set-Aside?

Minority Owned Business?

Women Owned Business? Yes No

Percentage: 100%

Percentage:

Percentage: 100%

Persons with Disabilities Owned Business? Yes No Percentage: 0%

Veteran Owned Small Business? Yes No Percentage: 0%

Other Preferences?