IDOC - ADA Pager System - Emergency Notice - JTW

The State of Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is conducting an emergency procurement for a statewide ADA pager system to provide sensory tactile notification for deaf offenders. The procurement includes the purchase of 2,000 waterproof watch pagers, 150 transmitters, 150 software licenses, and 2,000 charger docks from Ficek Electric & Communication Systems, Inc. The total estimated expenditure for this emergency procurement is $570,000, with an expected start date of May 29, 2020 and an expected end date of August 27, 2020. Ficek Electric & Communication Systems, Inc. was the only vendor able to provide the required items within the necessary timeframe, as they are authorized to sell the MMCall brand products and can provide after-market assistance as the current statewide telecommunications vendor. The procurement is being funded through state appropriated funds.

The state is utilizing emergency procurement procedures for this requirement, and the vendor must comply with all applicable certifications, including minority contractor, prevailing wage, and tax requirements. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond were provided. The state reserves the right to award the bid in whole or in part, and final pricing and shipping details will be confirmed upon award.