NOT A BIDDING OPPORTUNITY - EMERGENCY EXTENSION - FY25 DHS Ludeman Kitchen Remediation Services

The State of Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking an emergency contract extension for kitchen remediation services at the Elisabeth Ludeman Center located in Kane County. This is not a traditional bidding opportunity, but rather an extension of an existing emergency contract with Nichols Enterprises, LLC to address critical black mold issues in the main kitchen facility. The original emergency contract was initiated in February 2025 after a portion of the temporary kitchen's floor collapsed, revealing unsafe mold conditions. The current contract extension will run from May 19, 2025, to June 30, 2025, allowing the vendor additional time to complete full remediation of the kitchen facility. The primary objective is to resolve the mold contamination and prepare the kitchen for potential future use, with the Capital Development Board (CDB) and DHS leadership collaborating on the remediation strategy. The due date for this contract extension is April 23, 2025, and the procurement is specifically focused on comprehensive kitchen restoration and mold remediation services.

While no specific set-aside designations are prominently highlighted, the document notes a potential for Business Enterprise Program (BEP) vendor participation up to 29%, though the current vendor chose not to utilize BEP vendors. The original contract amount was $500,000, and the extension request indicates no additional cost to the center. The procurement is unique in that it addresses a long-standing infrastructure issue, with the kitchen facilities having been closed approximately ten years prior to this remediation effort. The current approach involves remediating the existing kitchen building until a permanent structure can be constructed. No incumbent vendors beyond Nichols Enterprises, LLC are mentioned, and the contract appears to be specifically tailored to address the emergency mold situation at the Ludeman Developmental Center. The procurement is limited to the specific remediation needs of this facility and does not appear to be part of a broader competitive bidding process.