EMA - GEMS Sampling Cartridges - ASH

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is seeking bids for GEMS Sampling Cartridges for a 2-year contract term. The cartridges must meet specific mandatory specifications outlined in Attachment A, including requirements for the cartridge assembly, labeling, diameter, finish, marking, contents, pressure drop, methyl iodine retention, and brand. Vendors must indicate whether they meet each specification and provide pricing for the Radeco Brand, Part Number 0750-69P Model PS-400 cartridges. IEMA estimates purchasing approximately 2,400 units per year, but there is no minimum purchase guarantee. Pricing must be valid for 90 days, include shipping and handling, and vendors must agree to no price increases. Award will be based on the sum total for all products, and the State reserves the right to reject individual offers for failure to meet any requirement. The solicitation has a due date of June 9, 2021.

There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The State of Illinois Standard Certifications and Standard Terms and Conditions, which cover a variety of legal, regulatory, and administrative requirements, must be completed by all vendors. The State has not identified any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the procurement does not mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total contract value is not specified, but the solicitation indicates that the contract term is anticipated to be 2 years.