DOC-JTC-electric kettle-JW

The State of Illinois Department of Corrections is procuring an electric, stationary kettle for use in the Dietary department. The procurement includes the kettle unit itself, all necessary parts, and a warranty covering the equipment. The contract opportunity was posted on December 3, 2025, with a submission deadline of December 10, 2025. Bidders must comply with all requirements outlined in the Standard Illinois Certifications document, which establishes 34 mandatory compliance requirements for vendors and subcontractors. These certifications address legal entity status, educational loan defaults, pension code violations, felony convictions, environmental violations, equal employment opportunity, drug-free workplace policies, and cybersecurity standards. Vendors are required to acknowledge and maintain ongoing compliance with these certifications throughout the contract term, with an obligation to report any non-compliance to the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office. The procurement evaluation will assess vendor qualifications and their ability to meet all state compliance obligations.

Vendors responding to this procurement must satisfy all Standard Illinois Certifications requirements and maintain legal entity status and authorization to conduct business in Illinois. All subcontractors utilized in contract performance must also comply with the certification framework. Contractors with contracts exceeding one year in duration are required to recertify annually by January 1st of each fiscal year, disclosing any changes affecting their eligibility status. Non-compliance with these certifications carries significant consequences, including contract voidance, vendor suspension or debarment, denial of payment, civil fines, and potential criminal penalties. The solicitation documents do not specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, incumbent vendors, or award value ranges. Additional compliance obligations may apply depending on contract value and employee count, including drug-free workplace requirements for contracts exceeding $5,000 with 25 or more employees.