FY23 DHS Mabley Siding Project

This state and local contract opportunity is for the FY23 DHS Mabley Siding Project, which is being procured by the Illinois Department of Human Services. The project involves the installation of approximately 1,200 square feet of metal ribbed siding at the Jack Mabley Developmental Center located in Dixon, Illinois. The winning bidder must comply with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, provide a 12-month warranty on the work performed and 24-month warranty on installed units, and furnish a performance bond if the project exceeds $50,000. Vendors must attend a mandatory pre-bid onsite meeting on October 18, 2022 and submit bids through the BidBuy system by the October 21, 2022 due date. Vendors will be required to follow strict health and safety protocols, including temperature checks and the wearing of KN95 masks and face shields, during the site visit. The contract will be awarded on a "not to exceed" the winning bid amount basis, and the selected vendor must comply with all policies of the Jack Mabley Developmental Center while on-site.

The procurement requires vendors to comply with the State of Illinois Standard Certifications, which cover a wide range of requirements including civil rights, prohibition on forced or child labor, and disclosures related to political contributions, delinquent debts, and felony convictions. The contract also has terms that prohibit assignment or subcontracting without prior written approval, mandate detailed record-keeping and audits, and allow for termination for cause or convenience. While the solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or incumbent vendors, the State of Illinois requires at least 90% of laborers on public works projects funded in whole or in part by state funds to be Illinois residents, subject to certain exceptions.