AGR-ISF B and G-Snow Plow

The State of Illinois, through the St. Clair County jurisdiction, is procuring a snow plow attachment for winter road maintenance operations under requisition numbers B-50277 and B-50579, designated as AGR-ISF B and G-Snow Plow. The procurement seeks the purchase, delivery, and installation of one 7'6" Middleweight Western snow blade attachment with LED lights and rubber strip (or equivalent) specifically designed for a 2009 F-250 extended cab truck with a 7-foot bed, 5.4L engine, and 9,200-pound front GVWR. The awarded vendor must deliver the equipment within 30 days of order receipt and provide immediate notification of any stock or availability issues. Eligible bidders must be established manufacturers or their authorized dealers, with proof of manufacturer authorization required upon request; vendors must also certify that parts and service support are readily available within Illinois. Pricing must be submitted on a one-time charge basis with all costs presented F.O.B. Destination, including transportation, handling, and installation. The contract term extends from the award date through June 30, 2026, and the deadline for proposal submission is January 8, 2026. Required insurance includes General Commercial Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, Auto Liability coverage of $1,000,000, and Worker's Compensation Insurance as mandated by law.

The procurement was issued using the Small Purchase procurement method and carries a Small Business Set-Aside Program waiver, approved due to a small business vendor's inability to provide the required drop-off and delivery services. This waiver indicates that while small business set-asides are typically mandatory regardless of dollar value, an exception has been granted for this solicitation. The estimated contract value is $3,000.00, with funding provided through state fiscal year 2026 appropriations. The Department of Agriculture Building and Grounds department contact is Ryan Mitchelle at ryan.a.mitchelle@illinois.gov or 217-524-4340. The contract incorporates standard Illinois certifications requirements, including compliance with prevailing wage laws where applicable, environmental standards, equal opportunity provisions, and various statutory certifications related to business conduct and eligibility. No subcontractors are anticipated for this contract award.