ICI IL River CC Rotating Double Rack Ovens

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking bids for the provision and delivery of three (3) new rotating double rack ovens and sixteen (16) compatible racks to be installed at the ICI Bakery in Canton, Illinois. The resulting contract will have an initial term of 1 year with the option to renew. The solicitation, Invitation for Bid (IFB) B-12947, specifies that the ovens must have energy-saving functionality, programmable controls, and a "prison package" to meet the agency's requirements. Vendors must submit pricing for both the ovens and the racks. Bids are due by the specified bid due date, and no pre-submission conference is required. The Agency may consider preferences, such as for small businesses, veterans, and Illinois residents, during the evaluation process.

The contract opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, but the solicitation documents indicate that additional certifications, disclosures, and supporting documentation are required, including compliance with civil rights laws, drug-free workplace requirements, prevailing wage laws, and prohibitions on political contributions. The Notice of Award shows that Cook's Direct, Inc. was the successful bidder, with 7 other vendors submitting unsuccessful bids. The total contract value is $130,997.45, but the solicitation does not specify a budget range or estimated value. The Agency contact for this opportunity is Justin Weigler of IDOC.