Enhanced Weather Forecasting Services

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking one vendor to provide advanced electronic warnings of severe weather to state highway maintenance forces for effective snow and ice removal efforts in IDOT Districts 2 through 9. The resulting contract will have an initial term from November 23, 2019 to June 30, 2021, with two potential 12-month renewal options. The selected vendor must provide routine weather forecasting, snow and ice warnings, real-time radar data, pavement condition forecasts, and 24/7 access to meteorologists. Key requirements include mobile/cellular capabilities, integration with ESRI GIS layers, and a Maintenance Decision Support System. Vendors must have at least two American Meteorological Society certified meteorologists on staff to be considered responsive. The contract was awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, DTN, LLC, for $366,510.00 over the initial 19-month term.

The solicitation does not indicate any small business, minority, or veteran-owned business set-aside goals. The vendor selection was determined to be reasonable and in the best interest of the state. The solicitation documents do not provide details on the number of bids received or unsuccessful bidders. Additionally, the funding source, budget range, or possible award values are not explicitly stated in the provided information.