Henson Robinson Emergency Extension - Howlett Data Room Contract - 009

The Illinois Secretary of State (ILSOS) is procuring an emergency contract extension with Henson Robinson for the continued construction of the Howlett Data Center. This procurement represents an extension of an existing emergency purchase agreement, with the contract term extended through June 30, 2026. The primary deliverable is the completion of construction services for the Howlett Data Center facility. The total contract value for this emergency extension is $2,358,988.92. The posting date for this opportunity was December 16, 2025, with a proposal due date of December 30, 2025, providing a 14-day response window for interested parties. While specific evaluation criteria, qualification requirements, and detailed technical specifications are not provided in the available documentation, potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate construction experience and capacity to meet the extended timeline through the second quarter of 2026.

The contract opportunity does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) requirements, or restrictions on eligible respondents in the provided documentation. Henson Robinson is identified as the incumbent contractor for this emergency extension, indicating that this is a continuation of an existing relationship rather than a competitive procurement. No information regarding existing infrastructure integration requirements or technology specifications is detailed in the posted notice. The award value is fixed at $2,358,988.92 for the extension period. Interested parties should contact ILSOS directly for additional details regarding specifications, contract terms, and any technical requirements for the Howlett Data Center project.