OOD-Faraday Electromagnetic Shield Cases-SLB

This state and local contract opportunity from the Illinois State Police (ISP) is for the procurement of Faraday electromagnetic shield cases. The ISP intends to purchase the Faraday Zeus injection-molded cases, which are a Department of Defense-developed and proven product used to protect mission-critical electronic equipment from environmental and electromagnetic hazards. The cases must meet or exceed military standards for environmental protection, electromagnetic compatibility, and electromagnetic pulse protection. Key features include lightweight, economical construction with conductive materials integrated directly into the molding compound, as well as durability, water-tightness, and fire-retardance. The procurement number is R-133433/B-30255, and the justification for the brand name specification is based on the critical, immediate need for this proven product for the Illinois State Police's cybersecurity response. The deadline for this opportunity is June 15, 2022.

This procurement does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The Standard Certifications and Terms and Conditions documents outline the general requirements and terms for all vendors contracting with the State of Illinois, including compliance with civil rights laws, prohibitions on political contributions, and various other state and federal requirements. The COVID-19 Protections Notice also mandates certain health and safety protocols for contractors. The procurement documents do not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor do they provide any information about award values or budget ranges.