Disabilities Parking Placards

The Illinois Office of the Secretary of State is seeking bids from qualified vendors for the printing of several versions of Disabilities Parking Placards. The IFB (Invitation for Bid) requests proposals for four different placards: Permanent Disability, Temporary Disability, Organizational, and Permanent Disability/Free Parking. The required quantities range from 10,000 to 2,202,000 copies, with staggered delivery dates from May 2023 to December 2024. Bidders must be union print shops with employees represented by a labor union. The initial contract term is upon execution through June 30, 2026, with options to renew up to a total of 10 years. Pricing must be submitted in the specified format, and the award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest total price. There is no small business set-aside, but minority, women, persons with disabilities, and veteran-owned business participation is encouraged.

The contract may be partially or totally funded from federal sources, and employment tax credits may be available for hiring qualified veterans and ex-offenders. The IFB does not specify any incumbent vendors or provide details on the current production environment for the placards. The total budget or award value for this procurement is not disclosed in the provided documents. Bidders are advised to review the attached IFB and Q&A documents for comprehensive details on the requirements, specifications, and submission process for this state and local contract opportunity.