IDOC Forklift 5K Propane

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking to procure a 5,000-pound capacity propane-powered forklift for its Central Warehouse through a small purchase procurement method. The solicitation, posted on April 29, 2025, with bid opening scheduled for May 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. CST, requires a detailed forklift with specific technical specifications including an 85-inch overhead guard height, 3-stage full free lift, side shift capability, forward and backward tilt, solid pneumatic tires, LED lights, safety reflectors, and an auto fork leveling system. The contract will be active from the date of signature through December 31, 2025, with delivery required after July 1, 2025, and no partial orders will be accepted. IDOC mandates that pricing must be F.O.B. destination with all transportation and handling included, and delivery is restricted to Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., excluding state holidays. Vendors must provide comprehensive details if quoting an equivalent brand/model, with IDOC retaining final determination on equipment equivalency.

The procurement is funded through state appropriations for fiscal year 2026, with a total contract value under $50,000, and no subcontractors are permitted. The Department of Corrections reserves the right to order additional quantities at the awarded bid price for 15 days following contract execution and may award the bid in whole or part. While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, vendors will need to demonstrate capability to meet the precise technical specifications and delivery requirements. The contract covers Livingston County, Illinois, with the procurement focused on a specific equipment need for the Central Warehouse. Potential bidders should carefully review the Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) document and ensure they can meet all specified requirements, as the IDOC will make final judgments on vendor qualifications and equipment equivalency.