EMERGENCY NOTICE-AGR-Cannabis-Mavericks Vehicles

The State of Illinois Department of Agriculture, specifically the Bureau of Cannabis, is seeking an emergency procurement for six 2025 Ford Maverick vehicles with accompanying locking bed covers, to be delivered to their Springfield, Illinois headquarters. The procurement is being conducted using the Emergency Quick Purchase Method under Section 20-30(d) of the Illinois Procurement Code, which allows for expedited acquisition when market conditions are favorable. Deliverables include the six vehicles and bed covers, with a required delivery timeline of 30 days after order receipt. The contract will be awarded to an established manufacturer or authorized dealer who can provide proof of manufacturer authorization, with bids evaluated based on compliance with specifications, pricing, and insurance requirements. Vendors must provide pricing on an F.O.B. destination basis, including all transportation and handling costs, and maintain specific insurance coverage including $1,000,000 per occurrence in general commercial liability and $1,000,000 in auto liability coverage. The contract term is 90 days from execution, with a January 21, 2026 response deadline. Proposals must include proof of manufacturer authorization and comply with all Standard Illinois Certifications and Disclosures.

Regarding vendor eligibility, the opportunity appears open to all qualified vendors who can meet the specified requirements, with no explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned in the documents. Vendors must be registered in the Illinois Procurement Gateway and complete either the IPG Active Vendor Disclosure or Vendor Disclosure Form 26.2, depending on their registration status. The contract is contingent upon fund availability and may be terminated by the State with 30 days' written notice or immediately for cause. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement is noted as being over $50,000. Vendors must certify compliance with various state requirements, including anti-discrimination laws, drug-free workplace standards, and ethical guidelines. Additional compliance requirements include possessing a Department of Human Rights Public Contracts Number (for employers with 15+ employees), verifying Secretary of State business registration, and adherence to Illinois Use Tax collection regulations.