AGR - DuQuoin BG - 45' Boom Lift

The state of Illinois, through the Department of Agriculture, is seeking to purchase a new, unused engine-powered boom lift with a 45-foot articulating arm for the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds. The selected vendor must provide a lift that meets the minimum 2-year warranty requirement and be an authorized dealer of the proposed manufacturer, who has been in business for at least 5 years and can provide readily available parts and service within Illinois. Quotes must be submitted electronically by December 13, 2022, with no paper submissions accepted due to COVID-19. The contract term will commence upon execution and continue until August 20, 2023, with no renewal options specified. Pricing must be provided for the boom lift, with expenses not allowed, and the Department reserves the right to waive minor deficiencies in the specifications.

The procurement opportunity is open to all vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Subcontracting is not allowed, and the contract is not subject to successor vendor requirements. Vendors must provide completed Forms A and B, which include business and directory information, standard certifications, financial disclosures, and conflicts of interest. The Department does not specify an award value or budget range for this procurement.