DOC LAW SP with Emergency Conditions replace heat exchanger - ll

This state contract opportunity is for the replacement of a heat exchanger at the Lawrence Correctional Center in Lasalle County, Illinois. The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a vendor to provide all labor, equipment, tools, and supplies necessary to remove and replace one of the facility's Lochinvar hot water boiler heat exchangers. The selected vendor must be certified and trained in boiler equipment repair and maintenance and perform the work during normal business hours with minimal disruption to employees and inmates. The contract term is through December 31, 2021, with no renewal options. The contract outlines pricing terms, including that expenses are not allowed and a discount may apply for prompt payment. It also specifies prevailing wage requirements, security procedures the vendor must follow, and background check and drug testing requirements for the vendor's personnel. The funding source is not specified, but the contract is contingent on the availability of sufficient state funds.

The state has recently implemented a new policy requiring all state and local government contract solicitations, including small purchases, to be submitted electronically through the state's BidBuy procurement system. Manual paper submissions will no longer be accepted. Bid openings and proposal receipts will also be conducted electronically, with agency personnel witnessing the process via video conferencing. The state is providing training to agencies on the new electronic submission procedures and offering instructions to vendors on how to submit technical proposals and pricing electronically. This policy change is in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the state's efforts to limit personal contact and ensure the safety of state employees, vendors, and the public. The contract opportunity does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and the possible award value or budget range is not specified.