Jpmc glass beads for traffic paint

The State of Illinois, through the Central Management Services (CMS), is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a joint purchase master contract to procure glass reflective beads for traffic paint. The contract will be used by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and potentially other governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies across the state. The successful vendor will be required to provide samples, certifications, and test results to ensure the glass beads meet IDOT's specifications. The initial contract term is 24 months, with the total term not to exceed 10 years. Bids must be submitted by January 28, 2021, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The pricing structure allows for economic adjustments based on the Producer Price Index, with the first year's pricing remaining firm.

The solicitation includes an 8% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) goal for minority-owned, women-owned, and persons with disabilities-owned businesses. A list of certified BEP vendors has been provided, and the prime contractor must make a good faith effort to utilize these vendors to meet the goal. The contract was previously awarded to Potters Industries LLC for a total value of $2,231,000 over the 24-month term. The solicitation documents do not provide details on the estimated annual spend or the total number of responding bidders.