DNR - Wildlife Division UTV Skid Sprayers

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Wildlife Division is seeking to procure seven UTV skid sprayers with specific technical requirements for wildlife management operations. The procurement calls for specialized equipment featuring a 50-gallon low-profile polypropylene tank with precise dimensional constraints (fitting within a 34" x 52" UTV bed), equipped with a high-pressure pump capable of 9.5 gallons per minute at 550-580 PSI. The sprayers must include a steel electric reel to hold 300 feet of 3/8 inch 4000 PSI hose, a 5-gallon foam cell integrated into the main tank, and a gas-powered four-stroke engine rated between 5.0-6.0 horsepower. Delivery is specified to the DNR office located at 602 S State Street, Havana, Illinois 62644, with delivery costs to be included in the bid price. Vendors are required to submit product literature with their proposals, and the solicitation indicates that no nozzles should be included with the equipment. The proposal is due by November 5, 2025, with the opportunity initially posted on October 28, 2025.

While the documentation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or vendor restrictions, the Standard Certifications document outlines extensive compliance requirements for potential bidders. Vendors must be legally registered to conduct business in Illinois and meet comprehensive certification standards covering 33 specific areas, including legal eligibility, financial standing, ethical conduct, and operational standards. Potential vendors must demonstrate compliance with requirements such as no felony convictions, drug-free workplace standards, environmental compliance, and employment opportunity regulations. Though no specific budget range is detailed in the provided documents, vendors should be prepared to meet rigorous qualification criteria, including maintenance of required insurance coverages (General Commercial Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, Auto Liability of $1,000,000) and potential recertification requirements for contracts exceeding one year. Violations of certification requirements could result in significant penalties, including contract voidance, suspension, or debarment.