IDOC MEN SCBA System Inspections and R&M CLS

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), specifically the Menard Correctional Center located in Madison County, is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive maintenance and inspection services for their Cascade system supporting 105 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) tanks. The procurement involves annual filter changes, air quality testing, and required repair and maintenance over a five-year contract period. The solicitation (RFQ B-46488) requires the selected vendor to provide all labor, materials, supplies, tools, equipment, insurance, permits, and fees necessary to perform the work, which will be conducted exclusively at the Menard Correctional Center during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., excluding holidays). Bids must be submitted by February 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for February 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Vendor qualifications include maintaining general commercial liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, auto liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, and required worker's compensation coverage. The contract will be subject to prevailing wage requirements, and no subcontractors are permitted.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract appears to be open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical and insurance requirements. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure beyond the SCBA Cascade system. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the contract price is described as "estimated" with a maximum amount to be determined prior to contract execution. The total contract term is five years, with a potential maximum contract length of 10 years including potential renewals. Vendors will be expected to integrate their services seamlessly with the existing fire safety systems at the Menard Correctional Center, demonstrating technical competence in SCBA system maintenance, filter replacement, and air quality testing. Compliance with state procurement regulations, as outlined in the Standard Terms and Conditions document, will be a critical evaluation criterion for potential vendors.