D1 Enhanced Salt Brine Small Purchase Emergency Conditions

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the emergency purchase of an enhanced liquid salt brine solution for the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) District 1 locations. The contract is for an initial term upon execution through February 29, 2020, with the State having the option to renew for additional terms. The required solution must be 75% salt brine (22-23% sodium chloride), 8-10% calcium chloride (32%), and 15% beet organic additive, or an approved equivalent. The estimated quantity is 68,900 gallons, with deliveries made as released by the ordering agency contact. Vendors must contact the delivery location 24 hours prior to making a delivery, and the contract pricing is provided on a per gallon basis, with the State able to receive a discount for prompt payment. The contract is for an estimated total value, with no maximum amount stated.

The solicitation does not have any specific small business, minority, or disadvantaged business set-asides identified. The contract will be funded through State road funds. While the RFP outlined in the attached documents appears to be open to all qualified vendors, the State may consider certain preferences such as businesses owned by minorities, women, persons with disabilities, disadvantaged individuals, and veterans. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and the solicitation does not specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration.