Purchase of Fire Truck for Division of Forestry

This state and local contract opportunity is for the purchase of a 2020 or newer model year 19,000 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) diesel 4x4 four-door crew cab dually chassis fire truck for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Division of Forestry. The solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) that outlines detailed technical specifications for the fire truck, including compliance with NFPA 1906 standards, required warranties, and delivery of the vehicle. Pricing must be submitted along with the bid, and no exceptions to the State's terms and conditions will be accepted. The resulting contract will commence upon execution and terminate on December 31, 2020, with no option to renew. Bids are due on June 16, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. CST, and the apparent low-cost bidder will be posted to the Bulletin.

There is no Small Business Set-Aside or goal for Business Enterprise Program or Veteran Small Business participation for this solicitation. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest price. The solicitation does not provide details on incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The solicitation also does not include information on possible award values or budget ranges.