DOC-Jack CC-Spanish channels - SP w/SSC - SM

The state of Illinois, through the Department of Corrections (IDOC), is seeking a vendor to provide Spanish language television services at the Jacksonville Correctional Center. The contract is for a five-year term and requires the vendor to supply, install, and maintain equipment for 500 drops at the facility. The vendor must comply with all local, state, and federal laws, and provide a 24/7 toll-free number to receive service calls. Bidders must attend a mandatory pre-bid conference, and bids are due by August 18, 2023 at 2:00pm CST. Pricing is to be submitted per the line items in BidBuy, and no expenses are allowed. The total payments under this contract shall not exceed an amount determined by the state prior to execution. There are no subcontractors allowed, and the vendor must comply with prevailing wage requirements.

This contract is designated as a small purchase with sole source conditions, and is funded by the state's IBF funds. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The state has not provided information on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The state has also not disclosed a possible award value or budget range for this contract.