DHS FY26 SP REBID Ludeman Convo-Therm Oven

The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a qualified vendor to provide and install a Convo-Therm Oven at the Elisabeth Ludeman Center located in Park Forest, Illinois, within Cook County. This procurement opportunity was posted on November 14, 2025, with proposals due by December 1, 2025. The primary objective is to acquire a specific commercial kitchen equipment solution for the Ludeman Center, which requires a vendor capable of supplying and professionally installing the Convo-Therm Oven. While specific technical requirements are not detailed in the available documents, vendors must be prepared to meet comprehensive state certification standards and comply with all Illinois procurement regulations. The procurement appears to be a direct equipment acquisition and installation project, with vendors expected to demonstrate technical capability, compliance with state standards, and ability to meet specific equipment installation requirements at the designated facility.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or specific restrictions on respondent organizations. However, the attached Standard Illinois Certifications document indicates that vendors must meet extensive compliance requirements, including provisions for minority contractors, drug-free workplace certification, and various legal and regulatory standards. Vendors must certify compliance with 34 distinct requirements covering areas such as legal entity status, educational loan defaults, criminal history disclosures, and environmental regulations. While a specific budget range is not provided, vendors should be prepared to demonstrate financial stability, technical expertise, and the capacity to meet rigorous state procurement standards. The contract will be subject to standard Illinois state terms, including potential termination clauses, payment conditions, and mandatory insurance requirements of at least $1,000,000 in general commercial liability coverage.