IDOC Lawrence materials to repair housing unit exhaust system -ll

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), specifically the Lawrence Correctional Center located in Vermilion County, is seeking to procure Loren Cook rooftop mounted exhaust and ventilation components to replace existing equipment in a housing unit. The procurement involves acquiring six total ventilators of various horsepower ratings, with the primary objective of improving air quality within the facility. The Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) requires brand name manufacturer components, with alternative manufacturers being automatically disqualified. Bids are due on November 14, 2024, with an expected delivery timeline of 90 days after contract award. The contract term will run from final signature through June 30, 2025, with all pricing to be F.O.B. destination and transportation and handling costs included. The state reserves the right to award the contract in part or in whole, and no third-party agreements will be accepted.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly outlined in the provided documentation, vendors must complete comprehensive standard Illinois certifications that cover numerous compliance requirements. These certifications include provisions related to educational loan defaults, collective bargaining obligations, criminal convictions, environmental violations, and adherence to the Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act. Vendors must also certify compliance with regulations concerning forced labor, child labor, and political contribution activities. The contract appears to have a focused scope with a relatively narrow technical specification, suggesting that vendors must have specialized knowledge of industrial ventilation systems and experience with correctional facility infrastructure. Though a precise budget range is not specified, the procurement involves specialized equipment and suggests a moderate-value contract typical of institutional infrastructure improvements.