DHS SP Ludeman Barber & Beautician Serv FY26

The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a licensed barber or cosmetologist to provide comprehensive hair care services for residents at the Elisabeth Ludeman Center in Park Forest, Cook County. The fiscal year 2026 contract requires the vendor to deliver hair services including haircuts, styling, scalp treatments, braiding, permanent waves, and beard trimming. Services must be performed a minimum of nine hours per week, scheduled between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM on weekdays and 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM on Saturdays, with potential flexibility to accommodate center needs. The contractor will be responsible for providing all non-equipment supplies and maintaining professional standards, potentially performing services in residents' living quarters. The center will provide a designated service area with necessary equipment and manage appointment scheduling. Contractors must submit signed time registration forms twice monthly and adhere to facility regulations. The proposal is being processed through the state's BidBuy procurement system under Bid #B-48538, with a posting date of July 10, 2025, and a response deadline of July 25, 2025.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types, suggesting open competition for qualified vendors. Vendors must be licensed professionals in barbering or cosmetology and capable of providing high-quality, flexible service to a residential care facility population. While specific contract value is not disclosed in the available documents, the scope suggests a service-based contract with potential for ongoing engagement. The contract will be subject to the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions (Version 23.2), which includes requirements for insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate general commercial liability insurance. Vendors will need to maintain comprehensive records, comply with state and federal regulations, and be prepared for potential performance evaluations by the center. The standard terms also outline potential contract termination scenarios and emphasize the importance of delivering services through trained personnel.