D 1 Street Sweeper Rental Contract

The state of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), is procuring the seasonal rental of six (6) street sweepers for Cook County. The requested equipment must comply with IDOT specification 152-60-14D1, which details requirements such as a self-propelled, 4-wheel, dual engine, mechanical design; compliance with all safety standards; a minimum 10-foot sweeping width; and a minimum 33,000 lbs. GVWR. The contract will have an initial term from the date of execution through December 31, 2021, with the possibility of up to ten (10) years total including renewal terms. Bids are due by October 8, 2020, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Pricing must include monthly rates for the initial 6-month rental period from May through October, as well as a monthly rate for any additional months beyond the initial term if weather allows for a longer street sweeping season.

The contract includes Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and Veteran Business Program (VBP) requirements, but the specific utilization percentages are not provided. The previous contract was awarded to R.N.O.W. Inc. for a total of $1,528,368.00, while the unsuccessful bidder was Standard Equipment Company with a bid of $1,546,754.00. The total payments under this contract shall not exceed the maximum amount stated without a formal amendment.