JP IDOT RFP for Medical Evaluations for Respirator Use

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) are seeking to establish a joint purchase contract for on-site occupational medical services, including medical evaluations for respirator use, audiometric testing, and medical surveillance services to monitor employee exposure to various health hazards. The agencies are soliciting proposals from qualified medical providers to administer these services, which are required to meet OSHA standards and the agencies' written safety programs. The contract will have an initial term of 60 months with an option to renew for an additional 60 months. Proposals are due by April 25, 2024, and the anticipated contract start date is July 22, 2024. Evaluation criteria include the vendor's qualifications, ability to meet technical and operational requirements, and pricing on an as-needed basis.

The solicitation has a 14% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal for minority, women, and disabled-owned business enterprises. Vendors must submit a BEP Utilization Plan demonstrating how they will meet this goal, either through self-performance or subcontracting. The current contract for these services has been in place since approximately 1993, and the total award amount for the new contract is estimated at $6,944,691.00. Vendors must have an active and approved registration in the Illinois Procurement Gateway and complete various disclosure forms as part of their proposal submission.