IDNR - FORMAX FD-676 CONTINUOUS FORM INDUSTRIAL BURSTER with Maintenance and Install

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is procuring a comprehensive document processing equipment package through a state contract opportunity located in St. Clair County. The procurement specifically includes a Formax FD-676 Continuous Form Industrial Burster and a Formax FD 670-80 High-Capacity Power Drop Stacker, along with a multi-year service and maintenance agreement. The equipment is designed for high-volume document processing, capable of handling continuous forms at speeds up to 500 feet per minute, with the ability to slit, separate, and stack forms up to 17" long. Vendors must be authorized Formax dealers able to provide equipment and maintenance services, with delivery and installation required at the IDNR office in Springfield, Illinois. The solicitation allows for potential alternative options, such as reconditioned equipment or alternative solutions if specific models are unavailable. The proposal is due by April 30, 2025, with a mandatory delivery and invoicing deadline of June 30, 2025. Evaluation will likely focus on comprehensive bid coverage, pricing, dealer authorization, and ability to meet all specified equipment and service requirements.

The contract opportunity appears to have standard Illinois state procurement requirements, including compliance with the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office's Standard Terms and Conditions and a comprehensive 33-point certification process. Vendors must complete standard certifications addressing legal, ethical, and operational requirements, including verifications of business status, tax compliance, and adherence to anti-discrimination standards. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, Illinois typically encourages participation from minority-owned and disadvantaged business enterprises. The equipment procurement has potential award values likely ranging between $50,000 and $100,000, considering the specialized industrial document processing machinery and multi-year maintenance agreement. Existing infrastructure considerations include compatibility with current document processing systems and the potential for integrating the new Formax equipment with IDNR's existing technological environment. Invoicing will be processed through DNR.OSSInvoice@Illinois.Gov, with shipping and setup costs to be included in the per-item quote at no additional charge to IDNR.