IOC - Disaster Recovery Services

The Illinois Office of Centralization (IOC) is seeking disaster recovery services through a competitive procurement process scheduled for submission by August 12, 2025. While specific details about the precise scope of disaster recovery services are not fully articulated in the provided documents, vendors must comply with comprehensive state certification requirements spanning 33 distinct areas of legal, ethical, financial, and operational compliance. Prospective contractors will need to demonstrate robust capabilities in meeting stringent state standards, including non-discrimination policies, employment practices, tax compliance, and ethical business conduct. Vendors must register with the State Board of Elections, post employment vacancies on state job platforms, confirm no delinquent state debts, and ensure no forced or child labor exists within their supply chains. Critical evaluation criteria will likely include vendor's ability to meet detailed certification standards, operational readiness, cybersecurity capabilities, and demonstrated experience in disaster recovery service provisions.

The procurement appears open to a broad range of vendors, though certain set-aside designations and restrictions may apply, particularly for disadvantaged business enterprises. Vendors must maintain specific insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 per occurrence in general commercial liability, $2,000,000 in annual aggregate liability, and appropriate auto liability and worker's compensation insurance. While exact award values are not specified in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the standard terms and conditions suggests a potentially significant contract opportunity. Vendors should be prepared for rigorous compliance requirements, including potential contract termination for non-performance, adherence to prevailing wage standards, and comprehensive reporting obligations. The state reserves the right to evaluate contractors based on their ability to integrate with existing infrastructure, maintain confidentiality, and provide efficient service delivery across disaster recovery domains.