DOC-DIX CC- Armory Sally Port Door Motor Replacement -JS

The Illinois Department of Corrections, specifically the Dixon Correctional Center located in Lee County, is seeking a contractor to remove and replace Armory sally port door motors. This procurement involves two specific armory doors measuring 40" x 78", requiring comprehensive motor and operator replacement with complete system integration. The project mandates complete removal of existing motors/operators and installation of new motors/operators with proper connection to existing armory control systems. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for February 19, 2025, at 10:00 am, with vendor registration required by February 18, 2025. Formal bids are due February 26, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., with work expected to commence within 10 days of contract execution. Work must be performed between 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday through Friday, with the contract term extending through June 30, 2025. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with Illinois Prevailing Wage requirements and maintain specific insurance coverages, including $1M general commercial liability and $1M auto liability insurance.

The contract opportunity appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard state contracting requirements include provisions for minority contractors. Subcontractors are explicitly prohibited from participating in this project. The work is exclusively located at Dixon Correctional Center, with 100% of contract value allocated to this single location. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project involves specialized mechanical door system modifications. Vendors must possess technical expertise in institutional door motor replacement, demonstrate understanding of correctional facility security protocols, and have capability to work within strict governmental procurement guidelines. Insurance and worker's compensation requirements indicate the state seeks established, professionally insured contractors with demonstrated capability in complex mechanical installation projects. The contract emphasizes precise technical execution, adherence to state standards, and minimal disruption to correctional facility operations.