provide and deliver two chippers Cahokia and Black Hawk

The State of Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is soliciting bids for the provision and delivery of two wood chippers, one to be delivered to Cahokia and one to Black Hawk. The procurement is being conducted through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process, with a due date of November 18, 2022. Bidders must be the manufacturer or an authorized dealer of the wood chippers, and are required to provide operation and maintenance manuals, warranty documents, and training to IDNR staff upon delivery. The IFB outlines detailed technical specifications for the wood chippers, including engine size, in-feed table width, and safety and cutting systems. The resulting contract shall commence upon the last dated signature of the parties and expire on June 30, 2023, with a maximum term of ten (10) years. Pricing must be submitted as a single lump sum amount, and the State may receive a discount for prompt payment. The IFB indicates that this solicitation may be partially or totally funded with federal funds, and that the State encourages the use of qualified veteran and Illinois resident employees.

According to the procurement documents, all responses must be submitted electronically through the State's BidBuy platform, as paper responses will not be accepted. The IFB does not provide any information on set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, no details are provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The procurement documents do not include any information on the possible award values or budget ranges.