Materials Large Bed Compression Machine

The Illinois Department of Transportation Bureau of Materials is soliciting a vendor to supply a Large Bed Compression Machine for large diameter pipe testing, with proposals due September 18, 2026.

The solicitation requires submission of technical documentation addressing machine capacity, dimensions, control systems, and compliance with relevant industry standards. Vendors must provide pricing that includes equipment cost, delivery, installation, training, and warranty provisions. The machine will be placed of performance in St. Clair County.

The solicitation indicates that Illinois-based vendors or those meeting specific state procurement requirements may receive preference consideration. Vendors must demonstrate qualifications and experience in manufacturing or supplying compression testing equipment, along with the ability to deliver and install according to IDOT's specifications and timeline. Funding is provided through IDOT's capital equipment budget allocation.

The solicitation establishes that award will be made to the qualified vendor whose proposal best meets IDOT's technical requirements and evaluation criteria, though specific evaluation weighting is not detailed in the available materials. The attached solicitation document (27-494DOT-FINAD-B-53631.pdf) contains the complete technical specifications, submission procedures, required certifications, and detailed evaluation framework.