Pavement Rollers

This state and local contract opportunity is for the procurement of pavement rollers by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) on behalf of the state of Illinois and Lasalle County. The solicitation requires electronic submissions only and does not accept paper responses, per Chief Procurement Office Notice 2020.06. The contract will provide self-propelled, vibrating tandem and oscillating pavement rollers with detailed technical specifications outlined, including requirements for the vibration system, dimensions, drums, water spray, engine, drivetrain, operator's station, and electrical system. Bidders must be established manufacturers or authorized dealers able to provide prompt parts and service support. Evaluation will be based on responsiveness, responsibility, and price, with the award going to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The initial contract term is 18 months, with options to renew for up to 3 additional terms.

The solicitation does not include any set-aside requirements for disadvantaged, minority, women, or veteran-owned businesses. The incumbent vendors were Altorfer Inc. and Cummings, McGowan & West, Inc., who were awarded the previous $274,082 contract. Funding for this contract will be provided solely through state funds, with no federal funding involved. While the total award value is not specified, the IFB notes that expenses are not allowed, and pricing must be provided in the required format.