EMA - Clinton GEMS Backup Generator - ARG

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is seeking a vendor to replace the existing diesel generator at the Clinton Nuclear Power Station located in DeKalb County. The project involves removing the current 50kW Kohler diesel generator and installing a new 50kW generator, either a Kohler 50REOZK or Cummins-Onan C50D6, with an integrated 403-gallon aboveground storage tank. Critical project deliverables include extending the existing concrete pad by 30 inches, completing all electrical and mechanical connections, and ensuring full site integration with strict security protocols. Vendors must comply with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and undergo extensive security screening, including submitting Social Security numbers, citizenship statements, and vehicle information seven days prior to site access. The project has a firm completion and invoicing deadline of June 30, 2025, with the proposal due date set for April 15, 2025. Successful vendors must demonstrate comprehensive understanding of nuclear facility safety requirements, possess necessary certifications, and provide workers with appropriate personal protective equipment.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly detailed in the documentation, vendors will need to complete the comprehensive Standard Illinois Certifications form, which includes requirements related to equal employment practices, minority business participation, and compliance with various state and federal regulations. Potential vendors must demonstrate financial responsibility, have no criminal convictions, and comply with environmental and labor regulations. Workers accessing the site will be subject to rigorous background checks and security protocols. The project appears to have a technical complexity that would likely limit serious bidders to firms with specific experience in nuclear facility infrastructure and generator replacement. Though a specific budget range was not provided, the technical specifications and security requirements suggest this is a specialized procurement likely valued in the mid-to-high five-figure range. Vendors must also be prepared to integrate the new generator with existing site infrastructure while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational continuity.