JPMC Light Bulb Recycling Services

The State of Illinois, specifically through Central Management Services (CMS), is soliciting bids for a light bulb recycling services contract (B-45856) applicable to Boone County and other jurisdictions statewide. The procurement seeks a vendor to provide comprehensive recycling services for fluorescent bulbs, ballasts, and crushed lamps across three defined regions: Northern, Central, and Southern Illinois. Contractors must supply pre-paid shipping containers, 55-gallon drums, and equipment for removal, transport, and recycling of lamp materials in compliance with Federal and State Environmental Protection Agency regulations. The contract will have an initial three-year term with potential renewals not exceeding ten years, functioning as an indefinite quantity joint purchase master contract available to all governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies in Illinois. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for February 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM via Webex, with bid submissions due by March 11, 2025. Evaluation will focus on the lowest-priced responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements, with bids required to remain firm for 180 days from opening.

The procurement includes a significant Business Enterprise Program (BEP) goal, establishing an aspirational target of 12% participation for businesses owned by minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. Bidders must submit a completed BEP Utilization Plan demonstrating how they will meet this goal, either through self-performance, certified subcontractors, or documented good faith efforts. A certified firms directory of 20 Illinois-based businesses is provided, including State Use Program participants, Women Business Enterprises (WBE), Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), and Women/Minority Business Enterprises (WMBE) qualified for environmental and recycling services. Required vendor insurance includes $1M per occurrence General Commercial Liability, $2M annual aggregate liability, $1M Auto Liability, and mandatory Worker's Compensation. Vendors must complete comprehensive disclosure forms detailing business information, ownership, potential conflicts of interest, and compliance with state regulations. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the contract is described as having an estimated total price subject to actual usage across participating governmental entities.