Purchase of Fire Truck for Division of Forestry

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), is seeking to procure one (1) 2020 or newer model year 19,000 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) diesel 4x4 four door crew cab dually chassis fire truck to assist in the IDNR's wildland fire management operations. The procurement is being conducted through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process, with responses due by September 3, 2020 at 2:00 PM CST. The resulting contract will commence upon execution and terminate on June 30, 2021, with an option to renew. The IFB provides detailed specifications for the fire truck, including requirements for compliance with NFPA 1906 standards, warranties, and delivery. The State will award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder who submits the lowest price.

The IFB does not indicate any set-aside requirements or incumbent information. The procurement will be funded through IDNR appropriations, but the total funding amount or sources are not specified. A related Request for Proposal (RFP) document is also provided, which outlines additional certifications and disclosures that vendors must complete, but does not provide any details on pricing, set-asides, incumbents, or funding.