Jpmc batteries, automotive

The State of Illinois, through the Central Management Services (CMS) department, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a joint purchase master contract for the procurement of automotive batteries. The contract will be available for use by governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies in Illinois to purchase batteries on an as-needed basis during the contract period. The IFB provides detailed specifications for the batteries, including identification, warranty, delivery, and transportation requirements. The contract will be awarded to the overall lowest responsive and responsible bidder by region, with the Northern, Central, and Southern regions evaluated separately. The initial contract term is four years with no renewal options, and the IFB includes pricing terms that allow for economic adjustments based on the Producer Price Index.

The IFB includes a 6% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) goal, which requires contractors to utilize the BEP vendors listed in the provided directory to satisfy participation goals. However, there is no Veteran Small Business Program goal. The contract will be funded by the participating governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies, who will be billed separately for their share of the costs. The solicitation does not provide details on item quantities, award dates, or contract term and renewal options, but indicates this is an ongoing state and local contract opportunity in Illinois.