IDOC-KEW-gas tilt skillet-SRN

The State of Illinois, specifically through Henry County and the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), is seeking procurement of a 40-gallon gas tilt skillet for the Kewanee LSRC facility. The solicitation is a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) for a single multi-function cooker, similar to a Legion SKG15-9 model, with bids due by 10:00 am CST on Friday, April 25, 2025, to be submitted through the BidBuy system. The contract term begins upon signature and concludes on 6/30/2025, with a mandatory delivery requirement of 45 days post-contract execution. Vendors must provide pricing that is F.O.B. DESTINATION, inclusive of all transportation and handling costs, with deliveries accepted Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., excluding state holidays. The solicitation allows for "or equal" submissions, with bidders bearing the burden of proving equipment equivalence, and the total contract value is under $50,000, funded through State fiscal year 2025 (FY25).

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, though the standard terms and conditions document suggests potential minority contractor initiatives. The standard terms outline comprehensive requirements including mandatory insurance specifications (general commercial liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, auto liability of $1,000,000, and worker's compensation), background check provisions, and anti-trust compliance obligations. Vendors must adhere to prevailing wage laws and potentially qualify for tax credit eligibility. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract includes standard provisions for performance monitoring, potential contract termination, and suspension. The procurement appears to be a straightforward equipment acquisition with standard state procurement compliance measures, targeting a specific equipment need for the Kewanee facility with a relatively modest budget under $50,000.