IFB-Digital Plotter Cutter

The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (ISTHA) is seeking a vendor to furnish and deliver a ZUND Digital Cutter G3 L-3200 or an approved equal digital plotter cutter through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The vendor must provide the specified digital plotter cutter, along with a Cut Center Software suite, and deliver, install, and provide training for the equipment. All questions pertaining to this solicitation must be submitted in writing to the designated Information Contact by November 10, 2021, and bids are due by the published bid opening date. The resulting contract will have an initial term of 1 year, with a total term not to exceed 10 years including any renewals. Pricing must be provided for the plotter cutter, software, and a flat rate for delivery, installation, and training, with the contract price being firm and no expenses allowed.

This solicitation does not have any small business set-aside, minority contractor initiative, or veteran small business participation goal identified. The previous contract for a digital plotter cutter was awarded to Cicero Mfg. & Supply Company, Inc. for $173,421.55 for an initial one-year term with no renewal options. Vendors must have an active State of Illinois Vendor Registration Number and complete the required certification and disclosure forms to be considered for this contract, but no specific budget range or award value is provided.