DNR - Soil Samples for Region 5 (2020)

The state of Illinois, through the Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), is seeking a contractor to provide soil sample collection and testing services for agricultural leases within IDNR Region 5. The contract, identified as R-61231, will run from 9/1/2020 to 6/30/2021 with a total value of $10,032. The required services include collecting soil samples from approximately 250 locations and conducting laboratory analysis to determine nutrient and pH levels. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing detailed reports on the findings. Responses to this opportunity are due by July 10, 2020, and the contract will be awarded to the vendor who can best meet the technical requirements and project objectives.

This contract is not subject to any set-aside designations, and there is no incumbent provider identified. The procurement is being funded through the State Environmental Protection Grant Program, which has a total budget of $750,000 allocated. Small and minority-owned businesses are encouraged to submit bids, and past performance on similar state and local contracts will be evaluated as part of the selection process.