CHANGE ORDER NOTICE - CSS D7 - D9 - Amendment

The state of Illinois has issued a change order notice for a contract extension related to Certification Supportive Services (CSS) for Districts 7 and 9, specifically involving IDOT and the Office of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (OBWD DBE). This change order is exclusively a time extension, extending the current contract's duration from July 1, 2025, to September 28, 2025, with the primary objective of providing sufficient time to secure a new contract. The vendor will be required to continue providing certification support services and maintain outreach efforts to IDOT and OBWD DBE businesses within the specified districts. The contract opportunity was posted on June 16, 2025, with a response due date of June 30, 2025. The extension appears designed to ensure continuity of services while facilitating a smooth transition to a potential future contract.

The contract opportunity suggests a focus on supporting disadvantaged business enterprises, with specific emphasis on certification and outreach services for IDOT Districts 7 and 9. While the document does not explicitly detail set-aside designations, the involvement of the Office of OBWD DBE indicates potential preferences or considerations for disadvantaged business enterprises. No specific incumbent vendor information or precise award values are provided in the available documentation. The change order implies that the current service provider will continue operations during this extended period, maintaining existing service delivery infrastructure. The contract appears to be primarily focused on administrative support and certification services for minority and disadvantaged businesses within the specified geographic districts of Illinois.