IDOC Fire Sprinkler System Modification

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking qualified contractors for a fire sprinkler system modification project at the Graham Correctional Center's Industries Building, located in Macon County. The procurement involves comprehensive fire sprinkler system upgrades, specifically adding coverage beneath obstructed garage doors, replacing paint booth sprinkler heads, and replacing approximately 204 pendent sprinkler heads throughout the facility. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 29, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., with bidder attendance confirmation required by October 28, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. via email to Joy Heldebrandt or Buck Polley. Interested vendors must submit their bids by November 12, 2024, and should be prepared to comply with prevailing wage requirements and provide all appropriate training certifications. The contract will have an initial term beginning upon execution and ending on June 30, 2025, with a potential maximum term not exceeding 10 years.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors, though specific set-aside designations were not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation. Vendors must complete and acknowledge the Standard Illinois Certifications, which cover 33 specific compliance areas including legal status, collective bargaining obligations, criminal history, and various state law requirements. While no incumbent vendor was identified, potential bidders should be prepared for possible background checks and drug testing. The exact budget range was not specified, but the contract will have a total maximum payment amount to be determined by the State prior to contract execution. Contractors must also be prepared to integrate with existing facility infrastructure and comply with the State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions, which outline comprehensive requirements for record retention, confidentiality, insurance, and other critical contractual obligations.