FY26-FY28 DHS Mabley Barber Services

The State of Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a barber services contractor for the Jack Mabley Developmental Center located in Lake County, with a contract term from the final contract signature through June 30, 2028. The procurement (Contract B-49753) requires a licensed barber to provide monthly haircutting and styling services for approximately 100 developmental center residents, with each resident receiving one haircut/styling every six weeks. Services can be performed in residential units or the onsite barber shop within the Pearson Administration Building, primarily during Monday-Friday hours of 8:00am to 4:30pm. Vendor qualifications include maintaining a valid Illinois barber/beautician license, successfully completing a background check, and complying with Mabley Center and State of Illinois guidelines. The contractor must provide all necessary tools and equipment and adhere to standards for Developmentally Disabled services, applicable State and Federal laws, OSHA regulations, and center employee rules. The proposal is due on October 20, 2025, with the opportunity initially posted on October 16, 2025.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the vendor must meet stringent professional and regulatory requirements for working in a developmental center environment. The contract appears open to qualified barber service providers who can demonstrate compliance with extensive operational standards. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the documentation. The contract will cover barber services across the facility, requiring flexibility in service delivery and interaction with residents. Though a specific budget range is not detailed, the scope suggests monthly services for 100 residents over a three-year period. Vendors will be expected to integrate seamlessly with the center's existing operational protocols and demonstrate sensitivity to the unique needs of developmentally disabled residents. The successful bidder will need to navigate complex regulatory environments, maintain professional credentials, and provide consistent, high-quality personal care services within the specified framework of the DHS contract.