Hearing Instrument Practicum Examinations FY24

The State of Illinois has posted a small purchase contract opportunity with sole source conditions to procure Hearing Instrument Practicum Examinations. The contract will be for Fiscal Year 2024 and has a posted date of December 5, 2023, with a due date of December 13, 2023. The examination services being procured are critical to the state's oversight and licensure of hearing instrument practitioners. Vendors responding to this opportunity must demonstrate the capability to provide these specialized examinations and assessments, which are a key requirement for individuals to obtain a license to practice as a hearing instrument fitter and dispenser in the state. No evaluation criteria were provided, but vendors should ensure they can comply with the state's standard terms and conditions, which cover aspects such as payment, auditing, confidentiality, and insurance requirements.

This contract opportunity does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The state has not listed any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor has it provided any information about existing infrastructure or technology that would require integration. While the specific award value or budget range was not disclosed, vendors should consider the specialized nature of the services being procured and the state's contracting requirements when submitting their proposals.