New Sole Source Teledyne T1 OOu Ultra-Sensitive S02 Monitors

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is pursuing a sole source procurement for eleven Teledyne T100U Ultra-Sensitive SO2 Monitors to maintain its air monitoring network and meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requirements. The procurement specifically targets Teledyne API as the exclusive manufacturer of these specialized sulfur dioxide ambient air monitors, with a critical need-by date of February 1, 2025. The total procurement value is $189,193.40, which includes a 20% discount from the original list price of $234,773.00. Key deliverables include the monitors, NumaView Software, internal pump, particulate filter, and a standard two-year warranty with customer service support. The solicitation requires vendors to complete the Standard Illinois Certifications form, which encompasses 33 compliance requirements covering legal, ethical, and operational standards. The procurement timeline indicates a posted date of March 25, 2025, with a response deadline of April 9, 2025, and a critical hearing cancellation deadline of April 4, 2025, at 4 p.m., by which interested parties must submit written comments or hearing requests.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though the standard Illinois certification documents suggest a commitment to equal employment opportunities and diverse contractor participation. The sole source justification emphasizes that alternative monitors are not compatible with existing equipment and would require significant staff retraining, potentially compromising federal monitoring and public health advisory requirements. Funding will be sourced from State Appropriation Funds, and the procurement is limited to Teledyne API, which is positioned as the exclusive provider of repairs, parts, service, and training for the T100U analyzer. The procurement includes options for extended warranties of 1-3 years, which are not discountable and must be purchased simultaneously with the instrument order. Additional procurement components include potential accessories such as rack mounting options, communication interfaces, calibration equipment, and maintenance kits, with an estimated shipping cost of $1,375.00. The contract will be subject to the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions, which outline comprehensive vendor expectations and compliance requirements.