Joliet Dietary Equipment Repair & Maintenance

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a two-year repair and maintenance contract for dietary equipment at the Joliet Treatment Center and Joliet Inpatient Treatment Center, located in Will County. The Request for Quote (RFQ) requires a vendor to provide comprehensive maintenance services for various kitchen equipment, including ovens, kettles, dishwashers, refrigerators, mixers, and food processors. Vendors must offer both preventative maintenance and emergency repair services, with required response times of 48 hours for routine maintenance and 4 hours for emergency situations. The solicitation requires vendors to provide all necessary labor, tools, test equipment, and materials, with replacement parts to be sold at cost without markup. The bid is due on March 7, 2025 at 12:00pm, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for March 3, 2025 at 10:00am. Vendors must demonstrate capabilities in dietary equipment maintenance and meet specific insurance requirements, including $1,000,000 in General Commercial Liability insurance and $1,000,000 in Auto Liability insurance.

No specific small business set-asides or disadvantaged enterprise programs are indicated in the procurement documents. Vendors must complete 33 standard Illinois certifications, which include compliance with state laws regarding ethics, financial obligations, and labor practices. The contract appears to be an open competition without restrictions on business size or type. Insurance and certification requirements suggest a focus on professional, established maintenance service providers. While no specific budget range is detailed, the contract is structured as an estimated price type with no maximum amount specified. Vendors will be expected to provide comprehensive documentation of their qualifications, including proof of insurance, tax compliance, and adherence to state employment and cybersecurity regulations. The contract terms follow standard State of Illinois procurement guidelines, with payment consistent with the State Prompt Payment Act and potential application of prevailing wage requirements.