Hazardous Device Unit Unmanned Ground Vehicle - Hazardous Robot

The Illinois Secretary of State Police is seeking bids for an Unmanned Ground Vehicle System for the Hazardous Device Unit. The large frame robot will allow the Hazardous Device Unit to properly respond to an incident involving explosives, chemical or biological weapons, or radiological incidents. The solicitation outlines detailed specifications for the robot, operator control unit, tracks, cameras, data link, laser, manipulator, and accessories. The initial contract term is upon execution to 6/30/24, with no renewal options. Bids are due through the BidBuy procurement system, and the contract pricing is firm with no expenses allowed. The total payments under the contract shall not exceed an undisclosed maximum amount.

The solicitation does not mention any small business or disadvantaged business set-asides. The State may terminate the contract for lack of appropriated funds, for convenience, or for cause. Vendors must comply with prevailing wage, taxpayer identification, and other standard state contracting requirements. The document does not provide any details on preferred or referenced manufacturers, incumbent vendors, or current contractors. Additionally, the document does not specify any possible award values or budget ranges for this procurement.