Entry Screening Equipment

Cook County is seeking entry screening equipment for the Cook County Sheriff's Office through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 2512-06091. The procurement specifically requires four X-ray devices, eight X-ray roller tables, and four magnetometers designed to prevent contraband from entering County facilities. The X-ray devices must meet precise specifications, including a maximum weight of 750 pounds, a minimum tunnel size of 24 inches wide by 16 inches high, and a minimum steel penetration of 30 millimeters. Magnetometers must operate in temperatures ranging from -4 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit with dual-channel synchronization and 33 distinct detection zones. Written questions regarding the bid must be submitted via Bonfire by December 5, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Central Time, with completed bids due on December 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time through the Cook County Bonfire portal. The contract term is three years with two potential one-year renewals, and vendors must deliver the equipment within 90 days of purchase order receipt to the Cook County Department of Corrections.

The solicitation includes no specific MBE/WBE participation goals, though MBE/WBE utilization plans are still required for submission. Bidders must complete comprehensive documentation, including an Economic Disclosure Statement (EDS), MBE/WBE forms, and an Identification of Subcontractor/Supplier form. The County will evaluate bids based on the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, considering pricing, specification conformance, contractor responsibility factors, and MBE/WBE compliance. A local business preference of five percent may be applied during evaluation. Bidders must provide a two-year warranty covering parts and labor, with installation included in the quoted price. The total estimated value of the contract is not explicitly stated, but the procurement is funded exclusively with Cook County dollars. Vendors must be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating their ability to meet the stringent technical specifications and compliance requirements outlined in the solicitation.