D6 FY26 Lab Ovens

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking to procure three laboratory ovens for District 6, with delivery planned for locations in Quincy and Springfield, Illinois. The procurement specifically requires 28 cubic foot forced air ovens with precise technical specifications, including dimensional constraints of 43 inches by 35 inches by 86 inches and electrical requirements of 230 volts, 50/60 Hz, and 50 amps. The ovens must feature a Watlow PM9 Plus Controller, twin turbo blower design, and meet stringent performance metrics including temperature uniformity within 1.5 to 5.5 degrees Celsius and temperature stability ranging from 0.2 to 0.4 degrees Celsius. Specific technical requirements include a painted cold rolled steel exterior, 300 stainless steel interior, built-in overtemperature protection, and UL 61010-1 safety certification. The contract opportunity is posted for jurisdictions in Adams and St. Clair Counties, with a bid submission deadline of June 24, 2025, and a posted date of June 18, 2025.

The procurement appears to have standard state procurement requirements, including compliance with minority contractor initiatives and general terms and conditions outlined in the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions (Version 23.2). While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, the standard terms include provisions for minority contractors, such as a $15 fee for contracts over $1,000. Vendors will be required to maintain appropriate insurance, comply with state and federal laws, and adhere to strict reporting and monitoring specifications. The contract includes provisions for manufacturer warranties, performance expectations, and the state's right to terminate the contract under various conditions. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the technical specificity and multi-location delivery suggest a moderate-value procurement targeting specialized laboratory equipment for state transportation infrastructure testing and research purposes.