IVHM FY22 Boiler Exhaust Replacement

This state and local contract opportunity is for the replacement of the boiler exhaust system at the Illinois Veterans' Home in Manteno, Illinois (IVHM). The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a vendor to remove and replace three existing boiler exhaust stacks, including fabrication and installation of new 16-inch diameter welded carbon steel pipe exhaust stacks of the same length. The vendor will be responsible for all labor and materials, with no subcontractors allowed. The scope of work includes removing the entire existing exhaust system, approximately 30 linear feet, and ensuring all new work is sealed and watertight. The new exhaust stacks must include a rain cap, pipe flanges, and a square-to-round fitting above the roof. All work must be completed during normal business hours and carry a minimum 1-year warranty. Vendors must submit pricing on a per-stack basis, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest total bidder. The bid is due by July 30, 2021.

The State of Illinois has mandated that all procurement submissions be made electronically through the BidBuy system, with no paper submissions allowed. Vendors must comply with the state's Standard Certifications and Terms and Conditions, which cover a range of legal, ethical, and compliance requirements. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the type of organizations that can respond, and the state has not identified any incumbent vendors or current contractors for this project. The total budget or award value for this contract has not been disclosed.