IFB Professional Painting Supplies

The Illinois Tollway is seeking a vendor to furnish and deliver various professional painting supplies, including brushes, rollers, sleeves, and extension poles, as detailed in the Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation. The IFB specifies requirements for brand name or equal products, delivery locations and timelines, backorder policies, sample submissions, and subcontracting. The initial contract term is two years, with options to renew up to a total of ten years. Pricing should be submitted as a percentage discount off manufacturer's list prices, with the lowest total discounted price to be awarded the contract. The solicitation includes a targeted Business Enterprise Program (BEP) utilization goal, and there may be a requirement for a Veteran Small Business (VSB) utilization plan. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest priced offer.

The procurement is open to all vendors, with no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The solicitation does not provide details on the current incumbent or contract value. Funding sources are also not specified. Vendors must have an active registration in the Illinois Procurement Gateway (IPG) and submit the required vendor disclosure forms. Electronic submissions are required, with no paper responses accepted. The bid due date is August 15, 2024, and an addendum has been issued providing details on the electronic bid opening process.