AML - Enclosed Cargo Trailer

The state of Illinois, through the Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Office of Mines and Minerals, is seeking to procure two (2) new 7 x 16 enclosed cargo trailers. The trailers must meet detailed specifications outlined in the attached solicitation document, including minimum dimensions, weight ratings, features such as barn-door style rear doors, storage compartments, lighting, and other technical requirements. The trailers are to be delivered F.O.B. destination, with shipping costs included in the bid. Vendors must provide product literature to verify compliance with the specifications, and the contract will be awarded to the bid that best meets the requirements at the lowest cost. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2024, with a due date for responses on July 25, 2024.

The solicitation does not include any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No information is provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The procurement is open to all qualified vendors, and the value of the contract is not specified, though it is likely within the typical range for the purchase of two enclosed cargo trailers of this size and specification.