IFB 18-0018 Carbon Monoxide Detectors

This solicitation is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the State of Illinois for the procurement of Carbon Monoxide Detectors. The initial contract term is five (5) years, with the option to renew for up to two (2) additional years. Bidders must complete, sign, and upload all required documents to the BidBuy system, and any questions must be submitted in writing to the designated contact no later than November 15, 2019. The IFB provides detailed specifications on the required Carbon Monoxide Detectors, including quantities. Bidders must meet all administrative and legal requirements, such as registration in the Illinois Procurement Gateway and certifications, in order to submit a responsive bid. The award will be made to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation does not explicitly state any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is also no information provided on incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure that would require integration. The Notice of Award form indicates that this was an IFB process and that only one bidder responded to the solicitation, with a contract award amount not to exceed $164,611.00 for the initial five-year term and $65,844.40 for the possible two-year renewal term.