IDOC - Contract to Purchase Coal Vienna CC

This state contracting opportunity is for a 5-year coal contract for the Vienna Correctional Center, which is operated by the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) in Jefferson County, Illinois. The IDOC is seeking a responsible vendor to supply coal to the Vienna Correctional Center on an as-needed basis over the initial two-year term, with the option to renew for up to three additional years. The solicitation includes detailed coal specifications, including size range, BTU content, sulfur and ash requirements, as well as procedures for sampling, testing, and rejecting non-conforming coal deliveries. Vendor proposals are due electronically via the BidBuy procurement system by February 19, 2021 at 10:00 AM CST. The pricing for this contract will be on a per ton basis, with the vendor providing pricing for the coal itself as well as the delivery charge.

There is no small business, minority-owned, women-owned, or veteran-owned business set-aside associated with this contract. The total contract value is estimated, but not to exceed a specific amount without a formal contract amendment. The contract includes an economic price adjustment clause tied to the Producer Price Index for coal. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and the solicitation does not indicate any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration.