FY26 - IVHC - IFB - Cable TV Service

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a three-year contract for Cable TV Services at the Illinois Veterans Home Chicago, located at 4250 N. Oak Park Ave. in Chicago, Cook County. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for comprehensive cable/satellite television services covering up to 240 televisions, with service installation beginning July 1, 2025, and running through June 30, 2028. The contract requires the selected vendor to install cable lines in multiple facility areas including IT server rooms, resident rooms, dayrooms, and multipurpose rooms, with a specified base package of channels encompassing local, sports, news, entertainment, and educational networks. Vendors must complete all equipment installations and repairs within 48 hours and are responsible for ongoing maintenance and service. The bid must be submitted electronically through the BidBuy platform by April 30, 2025, with bids remaining valid for 90 days from the opening date. Evaluation will focus on the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder who meets all specified procurement requirements.

Bidders must be registered in the Illinois Procurement Gateway and complete several mandatory disclosure forms, including Vendor Disclosure and an Active Registered Vendor Disclosure. The procurement encourages participation from domestic product suppliers and offers potential employment tax credits for hiring qualified veterans. Vendors must provide $1 million in general commercial liability insurance and comply with prevailing wage requirements. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, vendors must complete Business Enterprise Program and Veterans Small Business Program Utilization Plans. The contract is subject to state appropriations, with funding potentially impacted by budgetary considerations. Though a specific contract value is not detailed, the comprehensive nature of the service suggests a significant financial commitment. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with various state regulations, including certifications related to business operations, human rights, and potential conflicts of interest.