Day Labor Load Bank Test Unit

This state and local contract opportunity is for the procurement of a Digital Load Bank Test Unit (Portable Chassis) by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Bureau of Business Services on behalf of Sangamon County. The equipment must meet detailed technical specifications, including requirements for digital control, instrumentation, load elements, load control, cooling system, malfunction detection, control power supply, connections, and finish. Bidders must provide descriptive literature and specifications for the proposed equipment, and indicate compliance with each requirement. The equipment must have been manufactured for a minimum of 5 years, and parts and service must be readily available within Illinois. The contract will include a full coverage warranty for a minimum of 12 months, and the successful bidder must provide documentation of their ability to provide prompt parts and service support throughout Illinois. The award will consider the bidder's ability to provide prompt and reliable service and support for the equipment across the state. Bids are due by January 25, 2023.

The contract documents include comprehensive Standard Certifications and Standard Terms and Conditions required by the State of Illinois for state and local government contracts. These cover a wide range of compliance requirements, including state laws and regulations, employment practices, environmental protection, and information technology accessibility. The contract is also subject to prevailing wage laws, lien waiver requirements, and contingencies related to the availability of appropriated funds. The procurement is open to established manufacturers or their authorized dealers, but there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The existing contract incumbent, if any, is not identified, nor is the expected award value or budget range.