Jpmc attenuator, react 350 system

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Central Management Services (CMS), is procuring JPMC Attenuator REACT 350 System crash attenuating terminals and repair parts. This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a joint purchase master contract for governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies to purchase the specified products on an as-needed basis during the contract period. The initial contract term is three (3) years, with the total term not to exceed ten (10) years. Vendors must be a Factory Authorized Dealer/Distributor and provide a single-percent discount off the current price list. Deliveries must be made within 30 days of order. Subcontracting is allowed, and the contract is subject to a 7% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) participation goal for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities. Vendor pricing shall remain firm for the entire contract period, with price list increases allowed no sooner than once every twelve (12) months upon approval. The State will award to the responsive and responsible bidder who submits the lowest priced, discounted offer.

The resulting contract is an indefinite quantity master contract, with no maximum amount specified. Payments are subject to the State Prompt Payment Act, and the Minority Contractor Initiative fee of $15 applies for contracts of $1,000 or more. The contract was awarded to John Thomas Inc. for a total amount of $1,407,697.00 for the initial 36-month term with no renewal options. One bidder responded to the solicitation, and no unsuccessful bidders were identified. The agency has provided a list of certified BEP vendors that the prime contractor must contact to demonstrate a Good Faith Effort in meeting the participation goal.