IDOC SHA Water Softener WW

This state and/or local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of water softening equipment and related services for the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) facilities. The solicitation is being issued by the State of Illinois and is identified as IDOC SHA Water Softener WW. Respondents must submit their proposals electronically through the BidBuy system, as the State will not accept any paper submissions. The contract will be for a one-year term with the possibility of up to four 1-year renewal options. Key objectives include the supply and installation of water softening systems to improve the water quality at IDOC facilities. Respondents must demonstrate prior experience with similar projects and the technical capabilities to deliver the required services. Proposals will be evaluated based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid.

The State of Illinois encourages participation from small and minority-owned businesses. The current incumbent supplier is ABC Landscaping, whose contract expires on June 30, 2023. While no specific budget range is provided, funding for this contract will be sourced from the State's general operating budget. Respondents must submit their proposals by February 2, 2022, and a mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for an earlier date.