IVHQ- FY25 - UTV (Qty 1)

The State of Illinois Veterans Home at Quincy is seeking to procure one utility terrain vehicle (UTV) for security purposes, with a specific scope targeting the jurisdictions of Adams County and Rockford City. The procurement allows for multiple vehicle options including a Polaris Ranger 1000 Northstar, Canam Defender Pro Ltd, Kawasaki Ridge, or an equivalent vehicle meeting stringent specifications. Required vehicle characteristics include a minimum 9" ground clearance, 70-76" wheelbase, gas-powered operation, and automatic transmission. Mandatory accessories encompass a hard enclosure with doors, heating and air conditioning, poly-glass windows, windshield wipers, LED light bar, and various safety features. The contract opportunity was posted on January 22, 2025, with proposals due by January 29, 2025, establishing a procurement timeline that concludes the contract period on June 30, 2025. Vendor qualifications include the ability to deliver the specified vehicle with all required accessories, maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, and perform all services within the United States.

The contract appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, and subcontractors are expressly prohibited from participating in this procurement. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating $1,000,000 in General Commercial Liability coverage with a $2,000,000 annual aggregate, $1,000,000 in Auto Liability coverage, and standard Worker's Compensation Insurance. While the exact award value is not explicitly disclosed in the documents (noted as $XXXXX.XX), the procurement follows standard State of Illinois payment terms under the State Prompt Payment Act. The contract includes standard terms and conditions from the Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services, which outline additional compliance requirements such as a $15 Minority Contractor Initiative fee for contracts over $1,000, prevailing wage requirements, and mandatory federal funding disclosures. Delivery will be made directly to the Quincy Illinois Veterans Home, with all services and goods to be sourced and performed within the United States.