DHS SP Ludeman Barber & Beautician Serv FY23-25

The State of Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a vendor to provide barber and beauty services at the Elisabeth Ludeman Center located in Park Forest, Illinois, which is within Cook County. The selected contractor will be required to perform a variety of haircare services, including haircuts, shampoo and styling, scalp treatments, braiding, permanent waves, curling, hair relaxing, and beard trimming. Services must be provided on an appointment basis, with the Center responsible for scheduling appointments for male and female individuals. The contractor must be licensed by the State of Illinois and will be required to provide all necessary supplies, while the Center will provide towels and an area with necessary equipment. Services shall be provided a minimum of 9 hours per week, with the schedule consisting of weekdays from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with potential for schedule adjustments based on the needs of the Center. The contractor will be required to submit signed Contractual Services Time Register forms for payment on the 15th and last day of each month, and all services must be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner, with the Center reserving the right to determine performance and acceptability of the services.

The procurement does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The contracting opportunity does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide any specific information on the award value or budget range. However, the procurement is subject to the State of Illinois' standard terms and conditions, which outline payment terms, contract assignment, subcontracting, record retention, confidentiality, intellectual property rights, indemnification, insurance, compliance with laws, and termination provisions. Additionally, the contract is contingent on the availability of appropriated funds, and the State may suspend or terminate the contract if funding is insufficient.