FY 21 - IDVA - Flu Vaccines Staff

This state and local contract opportunity is for the procurement of influenza vaccinations for the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA). Specifically, the IDVA is seeking to acquire Flu Mist Quadrivalent Nasal Spray vaccines for ages 2-64 to be distributed across four of its Veterans Homes located in Manteno, LaSalle, Chicago, and Anna, Illinois. The RFQ provides detailed information on the quantities, product codes, and pricing required for each location. Vendors are instructed to submit their quotes by November 16, 2020, and the IDVA reserves the right to reject any or all offers. The RFQ outlines the pricing and commercial terms, including a requirement that quoted prices must be valid for 180 days and that no price increases will be accepted. The vendor must also agree to provide partial shipments in case of delays in the total order fulfillment.

The contract opportunity does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The Standard Certifications document outlines numerous compliance requirements that the vendor must agree to, covering areas such as civil rights, environmental regulations, and employment of U.S. and Illinois residents. The Standard Terms and Conditions document further details the contractual responsibilities for the vendor, including provisions related to assignment, audits, and insurance coverage. No information is provided on any incumbent vendors, current contractors, or the potential award value or budget range for this procurement.