IDOC/water tube boiler repair/AF

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking a licensed vendor to perform comprehensive water tube boiler repair services at the Pontiac Correctional Center located in Livingston County. The procurement involves repairing and replacing tubes in a Springfield boiler situated in the institution's Power House, with specific requirements including refractory repair in the firebox and addressing pitting in the steam drum man-way. Qualified vendors must be licensed by the Division of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety and possess an "R Stamp" to perform the repairs. The contract requires all work to be coordinated with the facility's Chief Engineer and performed during normal workdays, with strict adherence to boiler safety codes and documentation requirements for the State Fire Marshall. The bid submission deadline is August 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM CST, with the contract term running from execution through June 30, 2026. Vendors must comply with comprehensive security protocols specific to working within a correctional facility and provide detailed documentation including repair records and material safety data sheets.

The contract is designated as a small business set-aside procurement, with specific requirements for minority contractor participation. Vendors must provide substantial insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 per occurrence for general commercial liability and auto liability, with the State of Illinois named as an additional insured. All on-site employees will be subject to background checks, and the vendor must comply with prevailing wage requirements and extensive state procurement regulations outlined in the standard terms and conditions document. While specific pricing details are not explicitly stated, the contract indicates that pricing will be contained in the BidBuy Purchase Order. The procurement emphasizes strict compliance with safety, security, and operational guidelines of the Pontiac Correctional Center, suggesting a comprehensive and highly regulated contracting opportunity. Vendors must demonstrate not only technical expertise in boiler repair but also the ability to navigate complex institutional requirements and security protocols.