Jpmc janitorial supplies

The State of Illinois is procuring a Joint Purchase Master Contract for Janitorial Supplies through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The Department of Central Management Services, in cooperation with the Chief Procurement Officer for General Services, is managing this solicitation. The contract will enable governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies to purchase a wide range of janitorial supplies, equipment, and accessories on an as-needed basis during the 3-year contract term, with no total term exceeding 10 years. Vendors must submit pricing per the specified unit of measure, with all costs included and shipped F.O.B. Destination. Vendors may request one upward price adjustment per year based on the Producer Price Index. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on April 2, 2024 to discuss the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and Veteran Small Business Participation (VSBP) requirements. Bids are due by April 16, 2024.

The solicitation contains a 4% BEP goal, but no VSBP goal. The State reserves the right to make a single award to the overall lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting the specifications. A list of certified vendors for this contract opportunity is provided, indicating the vendors have been vetted and approved by the State to provide the required commodities. No incumbent vendors or budget ranges are specified in the documents provided. Compliance with the BEP Utilization Plan is a mandated part of the contract, and failure to meet the requirements may result in contract termination.