Arson K9 - Herding Breeds

The State of Illinois is seeking to procure Arson K9 dogs of herding breeds through a small purchase with sole source conditions. This procurement opportunity was posted on May 7, 2026, with a deadline for submission on the same date. While the specific details regarding deliverables, key objectives, required qualifications, and evaluation criteria are not fully articulated in the available documentation, this solicitation appears focused on acquiring specialized canines for arson detection purposes. The compressed timeline between posting and deadline suggests an urgent procurement need. Interested vendors should note that all submissions must be received by the May 7, 2026 deadline to be considered for this opportunity.

This procurement is designated as a small purchase with sole source conditions, which typically restricts competition and may limit the types of organizations eligible to respond. The available documentation does not specify any set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or other protected classes, nor does it identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors in this category. No specific budget range or award value is provided in the posted materials. Vendors responding to this opportunity must comply with the State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions (Version 23.2), which require maintenance of commercial liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence, workers' compensation insurance as required by law, and compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The State retains the right to terminate the contract for convenience with 30 days' written notice or immediately for cause, and all work product is considered work-for-hire with sole ownership vesting in the State of Illinois.