Vendor Instruction for RFPs v22.2 02.09.22.docx

This document contains instructions for vendors submitting proposals in response to a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the state of Illinois. The RFP is for the provision of a continuum of culturally and linguistically appropriate community-based services, including assessment, treatment, and surveillance services for individuals transitioning from a secure facility to the Illinois communities. Pursuant to a COVID-19 related notice, all submissions must be made electronically, and paper responses will not be accepted. The document provides detailed guidance on the required quote format, including instructions for the General, Items, Terms and Conditions, and Attachments tabs, as well as the Summary tab for submitting the final quote. It also includes a link to a tutorial video on pricing lockbox and required quote attachments.

The pricing for this opportunity must be submitted either in the Unit Cost of the Items tab or as a separate Pricing Document in the Attachments tab. Vendors are cautioned not to include any pricing, cost, or discount information in the Alternate Description field, as doing so may result in disqualification. Vendors must also indicate whether they are accepting the terms and conditions as stated or taking any exceptions, which should be listed in the Technical Proposal.