Lottery 2025 Consulting Services

The Illinois Department of Lottery is seeking professional consulting services to conduct a comprehensive organizational and technical review of its gaming systems and operations. The procurement requires a consultant who must be an active member of the World Lottery Association (WLA) to perform a multi-faceted assessment covering organizational structure, gaming system infrastructure, operational workflows, vendor relationships, and regulatory compliance. Key deliverables include a detailed "Findings and Recommendations" report featuring an executive summary, function-specific findings, prioritized recommendations with cost-benefit analysis, implementation timelines, and potentially a risk and opportunity heatmap. The consulting engagement will involve evaluating current organizational models, gaming system architectures, operational inefficiencies, and supplier contract compliance. The solicitation was posted on August 8, 2025, with proposals due by August 12, 2025, indicating a compressed timeline for response. Prospective consultants must carefully review and complete the Standard Illinois Certifications form, which includes 33 detailed compliance requirements covering legal, ethical, and operational standards.

The procurement appears to have no explicit set-aside designations or restrictions specifically targeting disadvantaged enterprises, though the Standard Terms and Conditions document suggests potential preferences for minority contractors and vendors hiring veterans or ex-offenders. Vendors must comply with extensive certification requirements, including having no felony convictions, maintaining tax compliance, and adhering to human rights standards. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, the comprehensive scope of work suggests a significant professional services engagement. The contract will be governed by the State of Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions, which outline specific requirements including mandatory insurance coverage (General Commercial Liability set at $1,000,000 per occurrence) and potential consequences for non-performance, such as suspension from future business opportunities. Successful vendors must demonstrate expertise in gaming system assessment, organizational optimization, and comprehensive strategic consulting capabilities specific to lottery operations.