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The Illinois State Police (ISP) is procuring 42 Telex Vega IP-224 radio interface boxes through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The initial contract term is one year, with options to renew for up to 3 additional years, for a total term of up to 10 years. The products must be delivered within 60 days after receipt of order, with the option for partial shipments. Bids are due electronically through the BidBuy platform, and late submissions will be deemed non-responsive. The pricing for this contract is estimated, and the State may receive a discount for prompt payment. There are no renewal options, and subcontractors are not allowed.

This solicitation does not contain any small business, minority, women, disabled, or veteran-owned business participation goals. The procurement was awarded to National Tek Services Inc. in the amount of $151,821. Four unsuccessful bidders submitted proposals, but the Notice of Award does not disclose any information related to their bid amounts or Minority or Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise utilization. The contract does not appear to generate any revenue or financial return for the State.