IDOC Stateville CC/NRC - Forklift & Pallet Jack Service Contract

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a one-year service contract for forklift and pallet jack equipment maintenance and repair at the Stateville Correctional Center and Northern Reception & Classification Center (NRC) located in Crest Hill, Will County. The procurement solicits a comprehensive equipment service contract covering routine scheduled inspections, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs for manual and electric material handling equipment from manufacturers including Dayton, Big Joe, Yale, Landoll, Ekko, and Noblelift. Vendors must provide all labor, tools, test equipment, and materials, with all work subject to pre-approval and requiring detailed repair records. The bid is due on March 25, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., with a 120-day bid firm time, and the contract term will be one year from execution, with a maximum total contract term not exceeding ten years. Potential vendors must comply with strict security protocols at the correctional facility, including mandatory background checks, temporary ID requirements, and adherence to all facility security rules.

The contract does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard Illinois procurement practices typically encourage minority and small business participation. Vendors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 per occurrence for General Commercial Liability and Auto Liability, and Workers' Compensation Insurance as required by law. No subcontractors are permitted, and the total maximum contract amount will be determined during contract execution and funded through the General Revenue Fund. The procurement appears to be an open competitive bid without restrictions on vendor type beyond the security and insurance requirements. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract is structured to provide flexible pricing through the BidBuy Purchase Order system, allowing for competitive pricing and potential negotiation during the contract execution phase.