AGR - DuQuoin BG - 45' Boom Lift

The state and local contract opportunity is for an Engine Powered Boom Lift with a 45-foot articulating arm, issued by the Illinois Department of Agriculture. The Department requires a JLG Industries Model 450 AJ or an approved equivalent, with a minimum 2-year warranty. Quotes must be submitted electronically no later than January 26, 2023, and will be opened on the Bid Opening Date. The contract term is from the date of execution through August 20, 2023, with no renewal options. The vendor's price for the boom lift must be provided in the quote, and expenses are not allowed. The total payments under the contract shall not exceed the Maximum Amount stated. Subcontractors are not allowed, and the vendor must be an established manufacturer or authorized dealer. COVID-19 protections, as outlined in the Executive Orders, will be required of the awarded vendor.

The opportunity is open to all eligible vendors, but requires compliance with the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions, as well as the Standard Illinois Certifications. These cover a wide range of requirements, including eligibility, financial disclosures, compliance with environmental and labor laws, and other state and federal regulations. Failure to comply can result in the contract being voided, as well as potential fines, suspension, debarment, or other penalties. The solicitation does not indicate any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, nor does it list any incumbent vendors or budget ranges.