DOP-SEU-Box Trailers - SM

The Illinois State Police is seeking to procure newly manufactured 7 x 10 flat front nose enclosed box trailers through a competitive Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The specifications outline requirements for the trailers, including a charcoal gray exterior color, 24-inch ATP stone guard on the front, a single 3,500 lb axle with or without brakes, 80-inch height clearance on the back door, 85-inch interior ceiling, and 3/8-inch plywood walls with 3/4-inch plywood flooring. The trailers must have a drop-down back door, a 32-inch side entry door with a bar lock, and LED drive lights, but no ladder racks. The solicitation has an electronic submission deadline of October 20, 2022, which supersedes any conflicting instructions in the IFB documents. Vendors must acknowledge and agree to the State of Illinois' Standard Certifications and Terms and Conditions as part of the contract requirements.

The procurement documents do not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is also no information provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors, existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration, or the anticipated award value or budget range. The solicitation is open to all qualified vendors that can meet the stated specifications and contractual requirements.