JPMC Snow Plows and Ice Handling Equip.

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Central Management Services (CMS) and the Chief Procurement Officer for General Services, is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to establish a Joint Purchase Master Contract for the procurement of snow plows and ice handling equipment. The purpose of this solicitation is to enable CMS, governmental units, and qualified not-for-profit agencies to purchase the required equipment on an as-needed basis during the contract period. The contract will have an initial term of 5 years, with no renewal options, and the total term cannot exceed 10 years. Vendors must submit pricing in two formats - unit prices for specific items and percent discounts from Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) lists for a range of equipment. The equipment must meet detailed technical specifications, including requirements for new, commercial-grade snow plows with plastic hoppers to help prevent corrosion.

The solicitation includes a 6% Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities (BEP) participation goal, but no Veteran Small Business (VSB) goal. Vendors must submit a completed BEP Utilization Plan demonstrating how they will meet the established goal, either through self-performance or by subcontracting to certified BEP vendors. The State intends to award the contract to the responsive and responsible overall low bidder meeting the specifications and terms and conditions. No information is provided on incumbent vendors, current contracts, or budget ranges for this procurement.