Hill Correctional Center Sally-Port Gate Repair (MDS)

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a contractor to perform a system upgrade for the sally-port gate at Hill Correctional Center located in Galesburg, Illinois, with the primary objective of replacing gate operators and wiring. The project requires the vendor to furnish all equipment, materials, tools, and labor to remove and replace the existing sally-port gate system, which includes installing new aluminum framework gates, Hysecurity Slidedriver 15 hydraulic gate operators, and related controls and accessories. A mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for October 31, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., and all bids must be submitted no later than November 6, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The initial contract term will run from the date of final execution through June 30, 2025, with potential renewal terms up to a maximum of 10 years. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with prevailing wage requirements, possess necessary licenses, certificates, and permits, and provide appropriate insurance coverage.

The contract opportunity appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The State of Illinois reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience or in the event of insufficient appropriations. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the document indicates that total payments shall not exceed a maximum amount to be determined by the State prior to contract execution. Vendors must complete and submit the Standard Illinois Certifications, which include 33 specific compliance requirements covering areas such as employment practices, environmental protection, tax compliance, and conflict of interest regulations. The contract is subject to Illinois procurement laws, with the Illinois Court of Claims having exclusive jurisdiction over potential claims. Successful bidders must be prepared to integrate with existing correctional facility infrastructure and meet stringent operational and safety standards typical of a secure correctional environment.