Breath Analysis Instruments, Statewide and Joint Purchasing

The state of Illinois, through the Department of Central Management Services (CMS) Bureau of Strategic Sourcing (BOSS), is conducting a competitive procurement for Breath Analysis Instruments. The contract will be available for use by the Illinois State Police, other state law enforcement agencies, and all local governmental units authorized to participate in the Joint Purchasing program. The procurement is through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process, with the intent to award a 24-month contract (with two 1-year renewal options) to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that meets the state's technical specifications. The contract covers a wide range of breath analysis equipment, including lines for PSD Breath Analysis Instruments. Pricing for the initial term is firm, with economic adjustments allowed annually thereafter based on the Producer Price Index (PPI) for Machinery and Equipment Laboratory Analytical Instruments. Bids are due by March 13, 2018 at 10:30 AM.

This procurement does not contain any small, minority, female, or veteran business enterprise participation goals. The previous contract was awarded to Intoximeters, Inc. for lines 5-10 and 12, with an initial total award value of $648,320. The contract was procured through the IFB process and awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. There were no designated set-asides, and the only other bidder, CMI, Inc., was unsuccessful.