DoIT Van Purchase Oct 2024 - Emergency Notice

The State of Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) is pursuing an emergency contract procurement for two 2024 Ford Transit T-150 Cargo Vans through Landmark Ford, Inc. This emergency procurement is specifically targeting St. Clair County and is designed to acquire critical transportation assets for departmental operations. The vehicles are needed immediately, which necessitated bypassing standard competitive bidding processes. The procurement seeks two identical cargo van units with specifications matching the Ford Transit T-150 model year 2024. The emergency purchase is time-limited, with a contract period beginning October 10, 2024, and concluding December 31, 2024. Vendor selection was based on immediate vehicle availability and pricing comparable to standard market rates, with the total contract value established at $104,115 and funded through state appropriated funds.

While standard competitive bidding was suspended due to emergency circumstances, the agency demonstrated commitment to inclusive procurement by attempting to include certified Business Enterprise Program contractors in the process. No specific set-aside designations or strict organizational restrictions were explicitly outlined in the documentation. The procurement does not appear to have complex integration requirements, as the vans are standard commercial vehicles. The emergency purchase was justified by the immediate operational need and the lack of an existing state contract that could fulfill the requirements. Landmark Ford, Inc. was selected as the sole vendor based on their inventory availability and competitive pricing. The total budget for this procurement is $104,115, with funds allocated from state appropriated sources, representing a straightforward and time-sensitive acquisition of necessary transportation assets for the Department of Innovation and Technology.