Flag Changing Replace J0200 MABB

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Central Management Services (CMS), is soliciting bids for a contract to provide flag changing and replacement services at the Michael A. Bilandic Building (MABB) in Chicago, Illinois. The contract will have an 8-year term and is expected to exceed $50,000 annually. The vendor will be responsible for changing the United States, Illinois, and POW-MIA flags, making necessary sewing adjustments, and performing any required repairs to the flagpole system. Vendors must have the capacity to reach a minimum height of 50 feet. Bids are due by May 23, 2024, and the contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest price. The contract is contingent upon the availability of funds, and the State reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience with 30 days' notice.

There is no small business set-aside or veteran-owned small business goal for this solicitation. Prospective bidders are encouraged to attend a non-mandatory site visit on May 15, 2024, at 12 pm at the MABB in Chicago to inspect the premises and familiarize themselves with the conditions prior to submitting a bid. The contract opportunity does not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there are no details provided on the available budget or anticipated award value.