Question and Answers.docx

This is a Questions and Answers document for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Illinois Secretary of State for generator repair and maintenance services at the Illinois State Capitol Complex in Springfield, identified as solicitation B-52665. The document clarifies two technical requirements central to the maintenance scope: the load bank test for generators is specified as a 2-hour test, and a load bank test is not required for the fire pump motor at the Library facility. These clarifications address specific testing parameters that bidders must understand to accurately scope their proposals and submit compliant bids for the comprehensive annual maintenance and emergency repair services required across all generators located on and around the Capitol Complex.

The RFQ was posted on May 15, 2026, with proposals due on May 29, 2026, providing a fourteen-day bidding window for interested contractors. The solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to develop and implement a preventive maintenance program, conduct routine inspections, perform necessary repairs, and maintain complete documentation of all service activities to minimize downtime and ensure reliable backup power for critical state operations. The RFQ documentation does not specify set-aside designations, minority or disadvantaged business enterprise preferences, contract award value, budget range, or incumbent vendor information. Contractors should review the complete RFQ attachment for comprehensive details regarding evaluation criteria, technical specifications, insurance and bonding requirements, and all applicable terms and conditions.