Liftgate for Ford F150

The Illinois Secretary of State is seeking bids for the purchase and installation of a liftgate for a 2018 Ford F150 equipped with a backup camera and Reese hitch receiver. The required liftgate is a Tommy liftgate Model G2-60-1342 TP38 or an approved equivalent, with a 1,300 lb weight capacity and a 2-piece treadplate steel platform with a 38" loading depth and 4" taper. The vendor will be responsible for providing all labor and materials for the installation, as well as relocating the backup camera to a lower position. The contract term will be upon execution to June 30, 2024, with no option to renew. Bids are due via email or through the BidBuy system by October 25, 2023, and the award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest price. Pricing must be submitted in the format specified, with the total cost for the liftgate and installation.

There are no set-asides or incumbent vendor identified for this procurement. The contract value is firm, and payment terms include a possible discount for payment within a certain number of days. The Secretary of State will not pay any taxes unless accompanied by proof that the State is subject to the tax.