CANCELLED - JPMC GLOVES EXAM and DISPOSABLE SBSA

The state of Illinois has posted a request for exam and disposable gloves, which has been cancelled. The procurement was originally an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a joint purchase master contract for the procurement of gloves, both exam and disposable, on an as-needed basis during the contract period. The contract was to be utilized by all governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies in Illinois. The initial contract term was to be five (5) years with no option to renew, and the total term of the contract could not exceed ten (10) years. Vendor pricing was to be submitted in the form of a discount percentage for each line item, with the contract price being estimated rather than firm. There were no expenses allowed, but the state may have received a 0% discount for payment within 0 days of receipt of a correct invoice. The contract was to be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder who submitted the lowest price.

The solicitation did not include any small business, minority, women, or veteran small business set-aside requirements. Additionally, there were no details provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any information on existing infrastructure or technology that may have required integration. The total award value or budget range for the contract was also not disclosed.