Day Labor All-Terrain Telehandler

The state of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), is seeking bids for the purchase of one (1) telehandler with a telescopic boom. The requested equipment must meet IDOT's detailed specifications, including a minimum 140 HP engine, all-wheel drive, a telescopic boom with a minimum 42-foot reach and 54-foot lift height, and a quick-attach carriage assembly. The resulting contract will have an initial term upon execution to June 30, 2021, with the total term not to exceed ten (10) years. Bidders must submit their bids electronically through the BidBuy system by the due date of August 25, 2020. Pricing for the telehandler is to be firm, with no expenses allowed, and the State may receive a discount for prompt payment. This procurement does not indicate if there are any small business, minority, women, or veteran-owned business set-aside requirements.

The contract opportunity is open for bidding, with no incumbent vendor identified. Funding for this purchase may come from federal sources, in which case the State will disclose the percentage of federal funds used. The contract will be awarded based on serviceability, and the successful bidder must be able to provide prompt parts and service within Illinois. The specific award value or budget range is not provided in the available documentation.