Hill CC Inspection - Repair & Maintenance of Underground High Voltage Electrical Lines (MDS)

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive inspection, repair, and maintenance services for underground high voltage electrical lines at Hill Correctional Center in Galesburg. The procurement is a time and materials contract focused on semi-annual inspections of 15kV underground electrical lines, with requirements for both emergency and routine repair services. Vendors must provide rapid response times, including a 2-hour emergency response window and 8-hour window for routine service calls. Key deliverables include detailed written estimates for repairs exceeding $500, comprehensive documentation of all work performed, and strict adherence to prevailing wage requirements. The solicitation requires vendors to demonstrate technical expertise in high voltage electrical line maintenance, with mandatory personnel background checks and drug screening. Critical procurement dates include a non-mandatory bidder conference on January 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the facility, with formal bids due January 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The initial contract term is one year, with potential renewals not to exceed a total of ten years.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly detailed, vendors must complete the Standard Illinois Certifications, which encompasses multiple compliance requirements including provisions for disadvantaged and minority-owned businesses. Vendors are required to maintain $1,000,000 in general liability and auto liability insurance, along with workers' compensation coverage. The contract will be executed through Kendall County, with oversight by the Illinois Department of Corrections. Although a precise budget range was not specified, the procurement is structured as an estimated contract with a maximum value to be determined prior to execution. Vendor qualifications must include demonstrated technical capability in high voltage electrical line maintenance, proven responsiveness, and full compliance with state certification requirements. All vendor personnel must successfully pass comprehensive background checks and drug screenings before accessing the correctional facility, underscoring the stringent operational standards for this procurement.