ILSOS Fiber Infrastructure Solution

The Illinois Secretary of State's Office is seeking qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive Fiber Infrastructure Solution for the Springfield government complex, specifically focusing on low voltage infrastructure and fiber connection installations. The procurement involves material procurement and installation of fiber connections between two data centers located at 2701 Dirksen Parkway and 501 S. 2nd Street, with the objective of connecting and modernizing the government's existing infrastructure. The contract will run from the execution date to June 30, 2028, with a maximum total term not exceeding ten years. Vendors must be prepared to work in government locations with potential asbestos environments, though they will not be required to perform asbestos abatement. Bid submissions will be conducted electronically through BidBuy, with evaluation criteria based on vendor responsibility, responsiveness, and competitive pricing. The bid due date is May 8, 2025, and the procurement will result in awarding the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Key deliverables include fiber strands, termination equipment, installation materials, and associated troubleshooting and repair services for the current network infrastructure.

The state encourages vendor participation from qualified veterans and Illinois residents discharged from correctional centers, though no specific set-aside designations are explicitly detailed. Vendors must complete comprehensive disclosure forms, including the IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure and Vendor Disclosure forms, which are mandatory for contracts exceeding $100,000. These forms require detailed disclosures about business structure, ownership, financial interests, and compliance with state regulations. While a specific contract value is not definitively stated, the procurement indicates the total contract will not exceed an amount to be determined by the state. Potential bidders must demonstrate compliance with various state requirements, including providing appropriate insurance, completing necessary disclosures, and adhering to procurement regulations. Vendors must also certify they are not barred from state contracts and must provide their Illinois Procurement Gateway registration number. The project represents a critical infrastructure modernization effort for the Illinois Secretary of State's technology environment, with an emphasis on establishing robust fiber connectivity between key government facilities.