DNR - Horseshoe Lake - vertical tillage tool

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), is seeking a vendor to provide a vertical tillage tool for use at the Horseshoe Lake area in Alexander County. The tool must have specific technical requirements, including 23"-26" blades spaced 6"-8" apart with adjustable gang angles, adjustable scrapers, 13"-15" diameter reels, single-point depth control, and a self-leveling hitch. The vendor will be required to provide training on the operation and maintenance of the equipment, as well as two copies of the operator and maintenance manuals. The tool must be new, unused, and covered under the manufacturer's standard warranty. Pricing must include freight FOB to the delivery location in Miller City, Illinois. The vendor must also adhere to COVID-19 protection requirements set forth in Illinois Executive Orders, which mandate the use of face coverings, COVID-19 vaccinations, or testing for certain contractors.

The contract opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The procurement documents do not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor do they provide information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The award value or budget range for this contract opportunity is also not specified in the available information.