IDOC - AE - Library Supplies BMR - CARH

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking bids for a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) under $50,000 to procure library supplies. The requested items include burnishing squeegees, label protectors, paper hinge tape, sign holders, and dirt erasers. The bid is due on April 22, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. CST, with preferred submission through the BidBuy system. Delivery of the items is requested as soon as possible after award, but no later than 15 days after the order is placed. The agency reserves the right to order additional quantities at the awarded bid price for 15 days after contract execution. The pricing must be in accordance with the unit of measure specified, and the agency reserves the right to award the bid in whole or in part. The vendor will be responsible for shipping or delivery of the parts to the agency, with prices required to be F.O.B. DESTINATION. The agency also has COVID-19 protection requirements that the vendor must adhere to. Payment terms are in accordance with the State Prompt Payment Act, and the vendor must comply with prevailing wage and other state requirements.

This opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The State of Illinois will only accept electronic submissions for this competitive solicitation through the BidBuy platform, and any submissions made outside of BidBuy will not be accepted or considered. The agency has not provided any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any budget ranges or award values.