DNR - Wayne Fitzgerrell - turbine cyclone blower

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to procure a cyclone blower for use at the Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area. The blower must meet specific technical requirements, including a minimum horsepower, RPM, adjustable hitch, ability to convert to a skid-mounted unit, wireless remote start/stop and 360-degree nozzle control, a polymer nozzle, and turf tires. The vendor quote should include the blower specifications, and the equipment must be new, unused, and free from defects. Pricing should include freight FOB Destination to the specified location, and the vendor shall provide two copies of operator and maintenance manuals upon delivery. Additionally, the vendor must adhere to COVID-19 protection requirements set forth in Illinois Executive Orders 2021-22 and 2021-23, which mandate the use of face coverings, COVID-19 vaccinations, or testing in certain settings. The agency may also implement additional vaccination or testing requirements that exceed those in the Executive Orders. The response to this opportunity is due by April 10, 2023.

The contract is subject to the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions, which outline various requirements for vendors, including the payment of prevailing wages, providing lien waivers, and complying with equal opportunity laws. The contract term is not specified, but may be contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds. The procurement does not appear to include any set-aside requirements or incumbent information, and funding sources may include federal funds in addition to state appropriations. Vendors must submit invoices by specified deadlines and are subject to statutory offset.