911 Tower Lights HK

The Illinois State Police (ISP) is seeking procurement for a tower light system, specifically targeting 911 tower lighting installations across multiple locations in Illinois, including sites in Sterling and Williams Hill. This contract opportunity, posted on December 2, 2024, with proposals due by December 12, 2024, requires vendors to provide comprehensive tower light replacement services involving the removal of existing non-functioning lighting systems and installation of new LED tower light kits that meet FAA specifications and avian flashing requirements. The technical specifications mandate installation of top beacons with daytime white flash/red night flash capabilities, LED side marker lights, new cabling, and controllers that operate on 120-volt AC with external photocell day/night switching. Proposed lighting systems must align with specific manufacturer standards, such as A2 Avian Kit 21 or KIT21 E1-1D1RW-KIT, and include components like FAA L-864 Red Flashing LED Beacons, Predator Controllers, and NEMA 4X Polycarbonate Enclosures. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with current NEC electrical codes, provide comprehensive safety certifications, and maintain appropriate insurance coverage.

Potential respondents must complete and submit the Standard IL Certifications document, which requires compliance with numerous state regulations including tax compliance, equal employment opportunity standards, drug-free workplace provisions, and cybersecurity requirements. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the state does impose a $15 fee requirement for minority contractors awarded contracts over $1,000, suggesting potential preference for diverse vendors. The contract appears to cover tower light replacements in multiple jurisdictions, specifically mentioning Vermilion County and sites in Whiteside and Shawnee National Forest regions. Though exact budget ranges are not specified, the comprehensive technical requirements and multi-site scope suggest a potentially significant contract value. Vendors must be prepared to meet stringent technical specifications, provide detailed safety documentation, and comply with state procurement ethics regulations, with potential consequences for non-compliance including contract voidance, suspension, or civil penalties.