IDOC Suicide Prevention Blankets

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking to procure 200 navy-colored suicide prevention blankets through a small purchase procurement method. The blankets must measure 50 inches wide by 78 inches long, constructed of 1000 Denier Cordudan Nylon, and be reversible and washable. The bid is scheduled to be opened on 04/21/2025 at 9:00 a.m. CST, with a contract term beginning upon signature and ending on 6/30/2025. Delivery requirements mandate that items must be shipped in whole by the required delivery date, with no partial orders accepted. The procurement specifies F.O.B. DESTINATION pricing, with all transportation and handling included, and deliveries accepted Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., excluding state holidays. Vendors must be prepared to deliver the blankets to the agency's warehouse receiving dock in Lincoln, Illinois, with the Department of Corrections reserving the right to order additional quantities at the awarded bid price for 15 days after contract execution.

The contract appears to be open to multiple vendors, with no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation. Subcontractors may be utilized, with the primary vendor remaining responsible for shipping and delivery. The procurement is funded through state fiscal year 2025 appropriations, with a one-time purchase approach. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the contract covers 200 safety blankets for use across IDOC facilities. The procurement follows the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions (Version 23.2), which includes provisions for compliance, record-keeping, warranties, and potential contract termination. Vendors should be prepared to meet standard state requirements, including maintaining records for three years, transferring manufacturers' warranties, and carrying appropriate insurance coverage (such as $1,000,000 in general commercial liability).