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This image file is associated with the Illinois Secretary of State's Request for Quote 26-350SOS-SOS35-B-52561 for branded promotional items and giveaways. The file appears to be a photograph of a silicon wristband, one of eight product categories included in the solicitation. The wristband displayed represents the 10,000-unit line item requirement specified in the procurement, which also includes 5,000 ink pens, 500 canvas tote bags, 10 navy blue tablecloths, 2,500 state-shaped key tags, 5,000 polyester lanyards, 2,500 heart-shaped chip clips with magnets, and 2,500 frisbee fans. All items must be branded with the "Life Goes On" logo featuring white font, a red donor symbol, and a yellow sun. Proposals are due by May 22, 2026, with all deliverables required by August 15, 2026, delivered FOB Destination to Springfield. The contract term runs from execution through June 30, 2026, with a maximum total term not exceeding ten years including renewal options.

Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest price for all items in the category, with firm pricing required for each line item. Vendors must maintain general commercial liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, auto liability insurance, and workers' compensation as required by law. Printing must be completed in a union print shop with all subcontractors identified in solicitation documentation. A notable change from the predecessor solicitation is the removal of the "Made in USA" requirement. Historical pricing information from prior bid cycle 26-350SOS-ORGAN-B-48433 and associated purchase orders are available on Bid Buy to inform pricing strategies. Standard Illinois certifications and prevailing wage obligations for printing services apply. Questions should be submitted in writing to Aaron Reuben at areuben@ilsos.gov, with responses posted as addenda on the Illinois Bulletin.