IDOC-Re-bid Clear OTE Headphones-KAE

This state and local contracting opportunity is for a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) over $50,000 between the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) and a vendor for the purchase of up to 2,000 KOSS CL20 Clear Over the Ear Headphones or an approved equal, on an as-needed basis, over a 2-year contract term. The Agency reserves the right to order more or less than the estimated quantity. Bids must be submitted via the BidBuy procurement portal, and the Agency must have a fully executed BOA prior to the vendor shipping any products. Delivery is requested as soon as possible after award, but no later than 15 days after the order is placed. Pricing must be provided on a per-unit basis, with no partial orders accepted. The Agency reserves the right to award the bid in whole or in part. The use of a brand name is to describe the desired standard of quality, and "or equal" submissions will be considered. The contract will be funded through the State's General Revenue Fund (GRF) for Fiscal Year 2020.

This opportunity is open to all qualified vendors; there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The Agency has not identified any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there is no mention of any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The contract value is based on the estimated quantity of 2,000 headphones, but the Agency reserves the right to order more or less than this amount.