AGR-ISF B and G-Tugger

The State of Illinois Department of Agriculture is seeking to procure a heavy-duty electric powered tugger through a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) for St. Clair County. The specific procurement is for one Vestil Steel Heavy Duty Electric Powered Tugger with a 3,000-pound pull capacity, classified as a small purchase under contract number 2540648B1079-19. The procurement will be executed through a one-time purchase valued under $50,000, funded through the state's fiscal year 2025 budget. Key requirements for the vendor include being an authorized manufacturer or dealer and providing proof of parts and service availability within Illinois. The contract will commence on the date of execution and terminate on 6/30/2025, with delivery expected within 30 days after receipt of order. The procurement timeline indicates a posting date of March 20, 2025, with a proposal due date of March 25, 2025.

The contract does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement appears to be open to authorized manufacturers and dealers who can meet the specified requirements. Payment will be processed in accordance with the State Prompt Payment Act, with invoices required to be submitted no later than July 31 following the service period. The agreement includes standard state provisions covering confidentiality, compliance, warranties, and potential contract termination, with the State reserving the right to cancel the contract if funding becomes unavailable. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the available documentation. The total contract value is expected to be under $50,000, with funding sourced from the state's fiscal year 2025 budget. No specific integration requirements with existing infrastructure or technology are detailed in the procurement documents.