DOC-Dixon- OPTICAL LENS BLANKS-JS

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) at the Dixon Correctional Center is seeking bids from responsible vendors to provide optical lens blanks over a 48-month contract period. The required products include plastic, polycarbonate, and photochromic lenses in various sizes, base, and add power ranges, as detailed in the 18-item listing. Bids must be submitted through the BidBuy e-procurement system by the due date of April 30, 2024. The IFB specifies that pricing must be all-inclusive, with no additional expenses allowed, and the total contract value will not exceed an undisclosed amount. The solicitation does not indicate whether there are any small business, minority, women, or veteran-owned set-aside requirements.

The IDOC has previously issued and closed a related solicitation, Bid #24-426DOC-DIXON-B-42463, for this requirement, as no acceptable offers were received. Vendors are advised to monitor the BidBuy system for any potential re-bid opportunities or future solicitations related to the optical lens blanks need for the Dixon Correctional Center. The provided bid tabulation for a prior related contract, B-28177, does not contain specific pricing or incumbent information. Subcontractors may be used for this contract, and vendors must provide details on any subcontractors receiving over $100,000 annually.