Continuous Operating Reference Stations (CORS) Software as a Service (SaaS) for Trimble Network IFB

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking a Continuous Operating Reference Stations (CORS) Software as a Service (SaaS) solution for the Trimble Network Managed Services (TNMS) through an Invitation for Bid (IFB). The procurement specifically requires a SaaS platform to manage a network of 30 CORS stations, supporting up to 100 simultaneous users with capabilities for infrastructure service configuration and network management. Bidders must be direct authorized dealers for Trimble Survey, Mapping and GIS portfolio products in Illinois, with no subcontractors permitted. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, with mandatory documentation including Vendor Disclosure forms and an Offer to the State of Illinois Information and Technology Contract. Key procurement dates include vendor questions due by February 21, 2025, at 4 pm central, and bid opening scheduled for March 3, 2025, at 9 am central. The procurement requires the vendor to provide annual SOC2 certification for the SaaS solution and data storage, with all services to be performed within the continental United States.

The procurement does not indicate specific small business set-asides or Business Enterprise Program participation goals, though a $15 Minority Contractor Initiative fee applies for contracts of $1,000 or more. The contract will be federally funded and thus subject to associated federal requirements, including compliance with Davis-Bacon Act and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise regulations. The contract term is specified as 10 years from execution, with no renewal options, and includes firm pricing without economic adjustments. IDOT will serve as the license administrator, and there are currently no existing TNMS licenses in place. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the SaaS solution, covering 30 CORS stations with 100 simultaneous users and potential for additional station and user capacity, suggests a significant investment in geospatial network infrastructure. The procurement emphasizes technical capability and direct manufacturer authorization over pricing, indicating a focus on quality and technical compliance.