Benedict 26-27 Small Purchase Sole Source

The State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office has issued a small purchase sole-source solicitation (Benedict 26-27) with a proposal due date of August 5, 2026. The procurement title and scope are not specified in the source material; only the solicitation designation and posting date (August 4, 2026) are provided.

The attached Standard Terms and Conditions apply universally to Illinois state agency contracts and establish the legal framework governing this procurement. Key obligations include compliance with the State Prompt Payment Act, with vendor invoicing deadlines of July 31 for expenses incurred through June 30 annually. Prevailing wage requirements apply to applicable service categories. Vendors must obtain prior written approval for any subcontractors and maintain detailed records for three years (five years if federal funds are used).

The State retains sole ownership of all work product as work made for hire. Vendors must carry general commercial liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence with $2 million annual aggregate, auto liability coverage of $1 million per occurrence, and worker's compensation insurance as required by law. All supplies must be warranted as merchantable and defect-free for twelve months or longer, with manufacturer's warranties transferred to the State and compliance with federal and state laws required.

The contract may be terminated for cause immediately if vendor actions jeopardize health, safety, or property, or for convenience with thirty days' written notice without penalty. The State retains the right to terminate or suspend the contract without further payment if appropriations become unavailable or are reduced by legislative or gubernatorial action.