Emergency Notice - UPS Generator/Power/Battery March 2022

The Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) is entering into an emergency contract with SEPS, Inc. to engineer, furnish, and install new uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, generators, and related equipment. The contract will cover power installation, maintenance, emergency maintenance, and preventative maintenance services at locations statewide, primarily focused on Cook County and Sangamon County. This emergency procurement is necessary to prevent or minimize serious disruption in critical state services. The estimated cost of this contract is $102,000, with an expected start date of March 14, 2022 and an estimated end date of June 11, 2022. The contract will be funded through state appropriated funds.

SEPS, Inc. was selected for this emergency contract due to their existing contract CIT2026389 with DoIT for power, generator, UPS, and maintenance needs, as well as their familiarity with DoIT/ICN sites and certified and licensed staff. Best efforts were made to include contractors certified under the Business Enterprise Program in the procurement process. No other incumbent vendors or current contractors were specified, and no additional infrastructure or technology integration requirements were noted. The contract opportunity is not restricted to any specific types of organizations.