DOC-DIX CC-80Kw Diesel Generator JF

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking a one-time procurement for a replacement generator at the Dixon Correctional Center, specifically for Housing Units 35 and 36. The contract involves removing the existing damaged generator and installing a new 80kW diesel generator with an automatic transfer switch. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 21, 2024, with bid responses due by November 27, 2024. The project must be completed no later than June 30, 2025, and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage requirements and are responsible for all transportation and disposal costs associated with the generator replacement. The work requires comprehensive technical capabilities, including generator installation, electrical systems integration, and adherence to state specifications. Potential bidders must demonstrate technical proficiency, ability to meet strict project timelines, and compliance with all state contractual requirements.

There are no specific set-aside designations for small businesses, minority-owned, or women-owned enterprises mentioned in the documentation. Subcontracting is permitted but requires prior written approval from the state. Contractor employees will be subject to background checks and drug testing before working on-site. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the total estimated project cost appears to be within standard government infrastructure replacement budgets. Contractors must fully comply with the State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions, which include detailed provisions on payment, administrative requirements, intellectual property, indemnification, and regulatory compliance. All vendors must complete and submit the Standard Illinois Certifications, which encompass 33 separate compliance requirements ranging from environmental regulations to labor practices. The current incumbent vendor is not specifically identified in the available documentation.