IFB Aluminum Extrusion

The Illinois Tollway (ISTHA) is seeking a vendor to provide Aluminum Extrusion for a 1-year contract term. The solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the estimated requirements of various lengths of 12" wide aluminum extrusions, Type B, for the Tollway's Sign Shop located in Naperville, Illinois. The IFB outlines detailed specifications for the required materials, including alloy, preparation, and packaging requirements. Bidders must submit pricing for the estimated quantities of extrusions in various lengths ranging from 13 feet to 42 feet. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest price. All questions pertaining to this solicitation must be emailed to the Information Contact no later than 2:00 pm on August 28, 2024, and bids are due through the BidBuy online procurement system by September 9, 2024.

The solicitation includes a 6% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) goal for participation of minority-owned, women-owned, and person with disability-owned businesses. The State of Illinois also has an aspirational 30% goal for awarding contracts to certified BEP vendors. A 3% goal for veteran-owned business participation may also be considered. Bidders must be certified in the applicable commodity and service codes to count towards the goals and must submit a completed BEP Utilization Plan demonstrating how they will meet the goals or provide documentation of good faith efforts. The awarded contract will be subject to the State's Vendor Disclosure requirements, which include certifications and disclosures related to compliance with Illinois procurement laws and regulations.