Heat Seal Mattress Equip for Graham ICI REBID

The state and local contracting opportunity is for the purchase of a complete Heat Seal Mattress Equipment system for Graham Correctional Industries in Macon County, Illinois. The procurement is a one-time purchase conducted through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process by the Illinois Department of Central Management Services on behalf of the Department of Corrections. The solicitation is a rebid of a previous opportunity, B-685, and is seeking bids for a Dual Headed Dielectric Heat-sealing Machine (Corner Sealer), a Dielectric RF Heat-sealing Machine (Long Side Sealer), and a Dielectric RF Heat-sealing Machine (End Sealer) that meet detailed technical specifications. Bidders must confirm compliance with the requirements or identify any deviations. The bid due date is December 18, 2018, and the resulting contract will be a one-time purchase with no initial term length or renewal options.

There are no small business set-aside, minority contractor initiative, or veteran small business participation goals associated with this procurement. The procurement was previously awarded to Hall Dielectric Machinery Co., Inc. for $194,500. Four bidders responded to the solicitation, with three unsuccessful bidders: A2E Services Corporation, Begus Online LLC, and Tiles In Style. The contract is contingent upon availability of funds, and the State reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience or cause.