Mermet Lake Industrial Diesel Motor With PTO

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to procure an industrial diesel motor with Power Take-Off (PTO) for the Mermet Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area located in Belknap, Illinois. The specific procurement requires a Tier 3/stage 3 industrial engine rated between 63-74 Kw/85-99 Hp with precise technical specifications including a cooling system through flywheel, fixed turbo charger, high pressure common fuel rail, and SAE3 11.5 inline/Side PTO. Vendors must provide a brand new, unused motor that is free from defects and includes the manufacturer's standard warranty. The project timeline spans from February through June 30th, 2025, with work hours typically between 7:00am and 3:00pm, with potential schedule extensions available through Site Superintendent approval. Mandatory deliverables include platform mounting specifications, owner's manual, complete first service inspection after manufacturer-specified break-in, and comprehensive training on equipment operation and maintenance. The proposal submission deadline is January 16th, 2025, and vendors must include manufacturer, make, model number, and complete specifications with their quotes.

The contract requires the primary contractor to complete at least 51% of the work, with subcontracting permitted for the remaining 49%. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the standard Illinois certifications document suggests potential considerations for minority and disadvantaged business enterprises. Vendors must comply with 33 specific certification requirements covering areas such as educational loan status, legal entity standing, equal employment opportunity, and cybersecurity compliance. The procurement allows for potential subcontracting but mandates that all subcontractors also meet the state's certification standards. Delivery of the equipment is specified as FOB destination to 1812 Grinnell Rd, Belknap, IL 62908, with freight costs included in the proposed pricing. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, vendors must provide comprehensive pricing that includes the motor, delivery, training, documentation, and initial service inspection. Potential bidders must thoroughly review the Standard Terms and Conditions, which outline critical contractual obligations including insurance requirements, payment terms, and potential penalties for non-compliance.