JPMC Mower Repair Parts

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Central Management Services in cooperation with the Chief Procurement Officer for General Services, is conducting an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a four-year Joint Purchase Master Contract for mower repair parts. The purpose of this solicitation is to enable Central Management Services, governmental units, and qualified not-for-profit agencies to purchase repair parts on an as-needed basis for various mower brands including John Deere, Schulte, Alamo Group, Woods, and Land Pride. Bidders must submit a single percentage discount to be applied to the current Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price list for each line item. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder who submits the lowest overall price. Bids are due by August 11, 2021, and no pre-bid conference is required.

This solicitation does not have a small business set-aside or specific disadvantaged enterprise participation goals. The State may partially or fully fund the contract with federal funds. Vendors must complete and submit the required Forms A and B, which include certifications, disclosures, and supporting documentation related to their business, financial status, and potential conflicts of interest. The procurement process requires electronic submission through the BidBuy system, and any information sent outside of BidBuy will not be accepted or considered. No incumbent vendor information or award value/budget ranges are provided in the given documentation.