Change order notice - CSS D4-D6

The state of Illinois, specifically the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and Office of Business and Workforce Development (OBWD), is issuing a change order for a Certification Supportive Services contract covering Districts 4-6. This change order is exclusively a time extension, modifying the current contract's timeframe from January 31, 2025, to May 1, 2025. The primary objective is to provide sufficient time for securing a new contract while maintaining continuity of services. The vendor is required to continue providing certification supportive services and maintain outreach efforts to IDOT and OBWD Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) within the specified districts. The change order was posted on January 27, 2025, with a response deadline of February 10, 2025. The procurement appears to be a continuation of existing services with no significant modifications to the scope of work beyond the time extension.

The change order suggests a focus on supporting minority and disadvantaged business enterprises, with specific emphasis on DBE businesses in Districts 4-6 of Illinois. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the reference to DBE outreach indicates a potential preference for minority-owned or disadvantaged business participation. The contract appears to be a continuation of an existing service arrangement, implying there is a current vendor providing certification and supportive services. No specific award value or budget range is provided in the available documentation. The extension from January 31 to May 1, 2025, indicates a four-month period of continued service, which suggests the contract is designed to bridge a gap between the current service period and a future procurement process.