Day Labor Manlifts

The state of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), is procuring three (3) manlifts through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The requested equipment must comply with IDOT specifications 188-60-15 and 188-60-08DL, and the resulting contract will have an initial term through June 30, 2021, with the total term not to exceed ten (10) years. Bids are due by February 25, 2021, and the state will award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder who submits the lowest price. The IFB provides detailed pricing instructions, including the requirement for firm, all-inclusive pricing. The procurement is open to bids from established manufacturers or their authorized dealers only, and a review of the bidder's ability to provide prompt parts and service will be a factor in the award decision.

The IFB indicates there is no Small Business Set-Aside for this procurement, but there may be Minority Contractor Initiative and Veteran Small Business Participation requirements. The prior contract for manlifts was awarded to One Source Equipment Rentals for $274,401.00, with no renewal options. Three other vendors, Tiles in Style, Pennell Forklift, and Illinois Truck & Equipment, submitted unsuccessful bids for the previous contract. The procurement does not have any listed funding sources or budget ranges.