IDOC - security surveillance equipment statewide

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking bids for the purchase of security surveillance equipment and supplies statewide through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The solicitation includes the procurement of 146 digital video recorders, 146 wall mounting brackets, 1,381 indoor cameras, 398 outdoor cameras, 146 camera power supply nodes, and 475,000 linear feet of coaxial cable. All equipment must be compatible with the agency's existing Ganz DMS software and DVR system. Bids are due by October 15, 2020 at 2:00 PM CST, and the contract will have an initial 12-month term with no renewal options, not to exceed a total of 10 years. Pricing must be submitted in the specified format, and the State may award the contract in whole or by line item. The contract is subject to a Minority Contractor Initiative fee, and subcontractors are allowed with required information provided.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent vendor is Ficek Electric & Communication Systems, Inc., who was awarded a previous contract for $503,653.00. The State reserves the right to terminate the contract due to lack of appropriation or for convenience, and payment is contingent on the availability of funds. Interested vendors must have an active State of Illinois Vendor Registration Number and complete the required administrative Forms A and B as part of their responsive bid.