DHS SP Ludeman Barber & Beautician Serv FY26-28

The Illinois Department of Human Services is seeking a licensed barber or cosmetologist to provide comprehensive hair care services at the Elisabeth Ludeman Center located in Park Forest, IL. The contract, identified as BidBuy Bid #B-49410, requires the vendor to deliver barber and beauty services for center residents, including haircuts, styling, scalp treatments, braiding, permanent waves, and beard trimming. Services must be performed a minimum of nine hours per week, primarily during weekday evenings from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturday daytime hours from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with scheduling flexibility based on center needs. The contractor will be responsible for providing all non-equipment supplies such as scissors, clippers, shampoo, styling tools, and solutions, while the center will provide a designated service area and equipment. Key qualifications include maintaining public health standards, working professionally, and collaborating with center staff to determine resident hairstyle preferences. The contract is set to run from the last dated signature through June 30, 2028, with proposals due by October 3, 2025.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, vendors must complete the comprehensive Standard Illinois Certifications form, which includes 34 specific compliance requirements covering business integrity, employment practices, and legal standards. The contract does not indicate a specific budget range, but compensation will be based on submitted time registers with services performed on an appointment basis. Vendors must carefully review the Standard Terms and Conditions, which outline requirements such as minimum $1,000,000 general commercial liability insurance and potential compliance with minority contractor initiatives. The contract is contingent upon appropriation availability, meaning the state can terminate the agreement without penalty if sufficient funding is not secured. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to provide professional, flexible hair care services while adhering to strict state procurement regulations and maintaining a high standard of resident care and interaction.