911 - RNSB Satellite SOW - SM

This is a small purchase procurement with sole source conditions posted by the State of Illinois. The state is seeking a vendor to provide a 911 Remote Network Operations Satellite Backup Solution (911-RNSB) that will serve as a satellite-based backup for the state's 911 network operations. The solution must be capable of automatically detecting a failure in the primary 911 network and seamlessly routing 911 calls through the satellite backup system. Vendors must comply with the state's comprehensive certification requirements, including compliance with the Illinois Procurement Code, ethical conduct, employment practices, environmental regulations, and IT accessibility standards. The contract terms and conditions cover payment, subcontracting, auditing, confidentiality, and other standard provisions. Responses are due by February 14, 2024.

The state has not designated any set-aside or preference for specific types of organizations. However, the state's standard terms include provisions related to hiring Illinois residents, minority contractor initiatives, and tax credits for hiring veterans and ex-offenders. While no incumbent vendor information is provided, the state has an existing 911 network infrastructure that the new satellite backup solution must integrate with. The state has not disclosed an estimated award value or budget range for this procurement.