JPMC Light Bars Police LED and Warning

The state of Illinois is procuring light bars, LED warning equipment, and related transportation and freight services through a Joint Purchase Master Contract (JPMC). The contract will be established with a single awarded vendor to enable governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies to purchase these products and services on an as-needed basis over a 3-year initial term, with possible renewals up to 10 years. Vendors must be established manufacturers or authorized dealers and provide 5-year parts and 1-year labor warranties. Pricing will be requested for 69 line items as well as a catalog discount option, with no guarantees on actual order quantities. The contract will allow for economic price adjustments based on the Producer Price Index. Vendors must comply with state-specific warranty and service agreements. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for January 16, 2024 to review the 4% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) utilization goal and other requirements.

The contract has been awarded to the sole responsive bidder, Ray O'Herron Co., Inc., for a total value of $435,045.25. There were no unsuccessful bidders, and the agency determined the award to be fair and reasonable. The procurement does not appear to have any set-aside designations, but the BEP goal requires the use of certified minority, women, and disabled-owned business subcontractors. No incumbent vendor information or budget ranges were provided in the documents.