DNR - 7' x 14' steel high-side dual-axle trailers (7) 2024- CWD

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Division of Wildlife is soliciting bids for seven (7) specialized steel utility trailers with specific technical requirements. The procurement involves 7' x 14' high-side dual-axle trailers with a Gross Vehicle Rated Weight (GVRW) of 7K, featuring 14" solid steel sides, a 2 5/16" A-frame coupler, fold-flat heavy-duty ramp gate, pressure-treated 2x6 decking, and 3,500 lb axles. Additional mandatory specifications include an electric braking system, 15" radial tires, and a 2,000 lb. hand crank heavy-duty winch. The bid opportunity was posted on November 7, 2024, with proposals due by November 15, 2024. Vendors are expected to provide trailers that can be picked up directly by IDNR personnel from the dealer's location. The solicitation appears to be a standard competitive procurement process open to qualified vendors who can meet the precise technical specifications outlined in the bid documents.

The procurement documents do not indicate any specific set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise requirements, or restrictions on vendor participation. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and the documents do not specify a precise award value or budget range for the trailer procurement. The standard terms and conditions document suggests that vendors will need to comply with standard State of Illinois contractual requirements, including potential audit provisions, insurance requirements, and legal stipulations. While the technical specifications are highly detailed, the procurement appears to be a straightforward equipment acquisition without complex integration requirements or technology specifications. Interested vendors should carefully review the technical specifications in the "Wildlife Tandem Trailer Specs 2024" document to ensure full compliance with the IDNR's precise requirements for these utility trailers.