20 HP Outboard Boat Motor

The state of Illinois, through the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA), is procuring a 20 Horsepower Outboard Boat Motor for the IEPA's Marion Regional Office. The procurement is being conducted through a Request for Quote (RFQ) process, with a submission deadline of May 30, 2019 at 4:00 PM CST. The RFQ outlines the minimum requirements for the motor, including the inclusion of 6 sets of plugs and power cable wiring. Bidders may submit quotes electronically through the State's Bid Buy System or by email. The winning responsible vendor will be selected based on the lowest total bid for the required products. The agency reserves the right to reject any or all offers, award by item or in total, and waive minor defects. The purchased motor must carry a minimum 2-year warranty from the date of delivery, and the agreement is contingent upon the availability of sufficient funds.

The IEPA has requested a Small Business Set-Aside Program (SBSP) Waiver for this procurement, as Illinois has established set-aside categories for small businesses. However, the IEPA is seeking to procure the motor from a non-designated small business vendor, as the supply base includes several larger diversified vendors that can be counted toward the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females and Persons with Disabilities Act. The SBSP Waiver requires approval from the agency's Small Purchase Officer (SPO) and State of Illinois Chief Procurement Officer (CPO). The estimated dollar amount for the procurement is $4,204.98.