MedDispense - Automated Medication Dispenser - IVHQ- FFE

The State of Illinois Veterans Home at Quincy (IVHQ) located in Adams County is seeking to procure a MedDispense Automated Medication Dispenser system from TouchPoint Medical. The specific procurement includes one MedDispense Base 72 automated medication dispenser, one four-door supply tower, one barcode reader, and one fingerprint scanner. The deliverables must be shipped within 30 days of contract execution to the Quincy facility at 1707 North 12th St, Quincy, IL 62301. The contract term runs through June 30, 2025, with potential renewals not to exceed 10 years. Key objectives include enhancing medication management and inventory control through a secure, digital authorization system that provides 24/7 access and supports integration with HL7-compliant hospital information systems. The proposal is due by January 21, 2025, with the initial posting made on January 14, 2025. Vendors must complete the Standard Illinois Certifications form, which includes 33 specific certifications covering environmental laws, labor regulations, ethics standards, and cybersecurity requirements.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly stated in the documentation. The contract requires all services to be performed in the United States and prohibits the use of subcontractors. While the exact contract value is redacted, the procurement includes specific insurance requirements of $1,000,000 per occurrence for General Commercial Liability and Auto Liability, along with mandatory Worker's Compensation Insurance. The medDispense system is positioned as a cost-effective solution, with pricing approximately one-third less than competitive products. The vendor must provide a one-year warranty with the equipment and follow State Prompt Payment Act guidelines for invoicing. The system is designed to be flexible, supporting both small and large healthcare facility configurations, with global technical support available through the manufacturer's international offices.