Utilization Plan Version 3.17.2021~2.pdf

This document is the State of Illinois Business Enterprise Program (BEP) Utilization Plan for a state contract opportunity. The solicitation includes a goal that a certain percentage of the contract value must be performed by BEP certified vendors as well as a goal for Veteran Small Business (VSB) certified vendors. The Prime Vendor must submit a completed Utilization Plan that demonstrates how they will meet the established goals, either through self-performance or by subcontracting to certified BEP and VSB vendors. The Utilization Plan outlines the required documentation, including Participation Agreements, Good Faith Effort logs, and terms and conditions. It provides details on how certified vendor participation will be counted towards the goals, the good faith effort procedures, and contract compliance requirements.

The document also includes information on the Illinois Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act, which establishes an aspirational goal of awarding not less than 20% of the total dollar amount of state contracts to certified diverse firms. It further outlines the contract-specific BEP and VSB participation goals based on the availability of certified vendors for the anticipated scope of work, as determined by the NIGP commodity and service codes referenced in the solicitation.