JPMC Bulk Gases and Tank Rental

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Central Management Services (CMS), is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a Joint Purchase Master Contract (JPMC) for the procurement of high-quality, consumable laboratory and medical gases delivered in bulk, as well as bulk tank rental services. The contract will serve multiple state agencies and facilities across northern, central, and southern regions of Illinois for up to a 10-year term. The IFB specifies detailed requirements for the gas products and rental services, including product types, delivery schedules, equipment specifications, tank maintenance, and special delivery requirements. Bids will be evaluated based on responsibility, responsiveness, and price, and the state may require bid samples, performance bonds, and/or inspections prior to award.

The solicitation does not identify any small business, minority, women's, or veteran's participation goals. There are two existing gas services contracts that will remain active and not be negated by this new contract. The total contract amount is estimated, and the IFB outlines a formula for economic adjustments tied to the Producer Price Index. Pricing details, set-asides, and funding sources are not provided in the available documents. The pre-bid conference scheduled for July 29, 2021 will cover the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and Veteran Small Business Participation (VSBP) requirements, if applicable.