DNR - 200-Gallon Truck-Mounted Skid Sprayers (2) - Wilmington

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is issuing a procurement for two 200-gallon truck-mounted skid sprayer units to support wildland fire management operations by Wildlife Biologists at the Wilmington location. Each unit must be a manufacturer's latest production model delivered fully assembled and operational to 30550 S. Boathouse Rd., Wilmington, IL by June 30, 2026, with specifications including a 200-gallon polypropylene tank with internal baffles (maximum 48 inches wide by 65 inches long), a three-stage high-pressure centrifugal pump rated at 185-205 PSI with 80-100 GPM capacity, a 5-10 horsepower four-cycle electric start engine with low oil sensor, a 12-volt DC electric hose reel with 100-foot capacity, and 100 feet of abrasion-resistant hose with dual range fog nozzle. The assembled units must not exceed 2,700 pounds when filled with water, with all hardware constructed of stainless steel and all plumbing components meeting specific pressure ratings and material standards. Vendors must provide manufacturer's literature and specifications with their bids, and prototype units or vendor substitutes are prohibited without prior written approval, with delivery pricing including transportation to the specified Illinois location. The proposal due date is May 13, 2026, with a posted date of May 4, 2026, allowing a nine-day response window for interested vendors.

The contract is funded through the Wildlife Restoration and Basic Hunter Education and Safety Federal Assistance Program (CFDA #15.611), which subjects the award contractor to compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 31.2 for commercial organizations and 2 CFR Part 200 regarding uniform administrative requirements and cost principles. Contractor obligations include maintaining general commercial liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence with $2,000,000 annual aggregate, auto liability of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation insurance as required by law, along with maintaining financial and operational records for three years following project completion (or five years if applicable under federal requirements). The contract is contingent upon appropriation of funds and subject to termination by the State without penalty if funding becomes unavailable, with the State also retaining rights to terminate for convenience with thirty days' notice or for cause immediately upon unsatisfactory performance. No specific set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, incumbent vendor information, or explicit award value ranges are identified in the procurement documents provided, though the solicitation incorporates the State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions for General Services contracts established by the Chief Procurement Office.