IFB New Holland Tractor Repair and Parts

The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (ISTHA) is seeking a vendor to provide repair services and parts for its fleet of New Holland tractors through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation. The awarded vendor will perform repairs that ISTHA's technicians cannot due to workload, uniqueness of the repair, or lack of proper tools or equipment. The initial contract term is 2 years, with an optional 2-year renewal. Bidders must submit their bids by the due date and ISTHA will award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest price. The contract will be a time and materials contract, with hourly labor rates provided for regular and overtime repairs performed either at the vendor's shop or at ISTHA facilities. Bidders must also provide a percent discount from the manufacturer's list price for New Holland Tractor OEM repair parts. All questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing by June 30, 2022.

The IFB indicates there may be a Business Enterprise Program (BEP) or Veteran Small Business (VSB) participation goal, and the successful bidder must comply with prevailing wage requirements. The estimated value of the initial 2-year contract term is provided, but ISTHA does not guarantee any minimum order quantities. Bidders will be required to complete various administrative and compliance forms as part of their bid submissions, and must acknowledge receipt of any addenda issued, such as the one announcing changes to the bid opening date and instructions for participating in the electronic bid opening.