Standard Certifications 3-14-2026 German-Bliss Equipment.pdf

This document is the Standard Illinois Certifications issued by the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office. It establishes mandatory certification requirements and compliance obligations for all vendors, contractors, and subcontractors entering into contracts with the State of Illinois. The certifications apply to the entire contract term and any renewal periods and are a material requirement and condition of contract award. Vendors must include these Standard Illinois Certifications in any subcontracts used in contract performance.

The certifications encompass 33 distinct requirements covering legal, financial, ethical, and operational compliance areas. Key certifications require vendors to confirm they are legal entities authorized to conduct business in Illinois; have not been convicted of bribery, felonies, or bid rigging; are not delinquent on state debt; comply with Illinois Use Tax, Environmental Protection Act, and Human Rights Act provisions; maintain drug-free workplaces for contracts exceeding $5,000 with 25+ employees; do not use forced labor or child labor in product manufacturing; comply with steel manufacturing requirements for public works; comply with information technology accessibility standards; register with the State Board of Elections if applicable; post employment vacancies on IllinoisJobLink.com; and certify they are not prohibited from contracting due to cybersecurity risks. Sanctions for non-compliance or false statements include contract voidance, suspension, debarment, denial of payment, civil fines, and criminal penalties. Contractors must report annual certifications by January 1 of each fiscal year after the initial year and provide detailed explanations for any changes in certification status.