FY22-HSIT-JG-Aquos Boards w Hardware

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of Sharp Aquos Boards, smartboard carts, wall mounts, and cables for the state of Illinois. The agency issuing this invitation is seeking to purchase 70-inch interactive smart boards along with the necessary hardware and accessories to support their use. The key objectives are to provide advanced presentation and collaboration capabilities in classrooms, meeting rooms, and other facilities across the state. Vendors responding to this opportunity must be able to deliver the specified hardware, conduct any necessary installation, and provide warranty and maintenance services. Proposals are due on October 26, 2021, and the state may conduct a review of qualifications, technical capabilities, and pricing to evaluate responses.

The state has not indicated any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to this opportunity. However, all vendors must have an active State of Illinois Vendor Registration Number and comply with the state's standard terms and conditions, including certifications related to civil rights, political contributions, drug-free workplaces, and other requirements. While an incumbent vendor is not listed, the state may have existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration with the new smart board systems. The total award value or budget range for this procurement has not been disclosed.