IDOC - ACA Contract - SP w. SSC

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is soliciting proposals for ACA Reaccreditation services through a Sole Source Contract (SSC) with a Strategic Partner (SP) arrangement. This procurement seeks qualified vendors to provide comprehensive reaccreditation services to support IDOC's compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards. The contract requires the vendor to deliver reaccreditation assessment, consultation, and support services to ensure the department maintains or achieves accreditation status. Key objectives include conducting thorough evaluations of IDOC facilities and operations against established ACA standards, identifying areas of non-compliance, and providing strategic guidance to remediate deficiencies. The deadline for proposal submission is January 30, 2026, with the contract opportunity having been posted on January 26, 2026, providing a four-day submission window for interested parties.

The available documentation does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) restrictions, or limitations on respondent eligibility based on organizational type. No incumbent vendor information, current contractor details, or existing technology infrastructure requirements for integration have been disclosed in the posted materials. The budget range, contract award value, and specific performance metrics for evaluation have not been provided in the summary information available. Prospective bidders should contact IDOC directly through official procurement channels for additional details regarding qualifications, evaluation criteria, deliverables specifications, and financial terms associated with this ACA Reaccreditation contract opportunity.