DOO-SOCOM- Night Vision Devices-AH

The Illinois State Police (ISP) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to procure 14 L3 Insight AN/PVS-31A binocular night vision devices. The procurement is for the purchase of this specialized equipment, with the resulting contract having an initial term ending on December 31, 2019, with no renewal options. The IFB provides detailed technical specifications and requirements for the night vision devices, and instructs potential vendors to submit bids for the State's evaluation. The bid due date is May 16, 2019 at 2:00 PM Central Time, and the State is seeking the lowest priced bid from a responsive and responsible vendor. There is no indication of any mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits as part of this procurement process.

The IFB does not include any small business, minority-owned, women-owned, or veteran-owned business set-aside goals or requirements. The procurement documents provide the standard State of Illinois contract terms and conditions, as well as required certifications and disclosures the vendor must submit with their bid. The Notice of Award indicates the contract was awarded to Kiesler Police Supply, Inc. of Jefferson, Indiana for a total amount of $165,603.90, with no participation from disadvantaged enterprises. There is no listed incumbent vendor or budget range information provided in the materials.