Re-bid #2- 60 inch photo quality color plotter and Maintenance

The State of Illinois is re-bidding a contract for a 60-inch photo quality color plotter and associated maintenance services. The contract will be awarded to a vendor that can provide a printer meeting specific technical requirements, including an 11-color plus Chroma Optimizer system, 18,432 total nozzles, and support for various Windows and Mac operating systems. The selected vendor will be required to provide comprehensive maintenance and support for the plotter, including software updates, parts replacement, and on-site repair services. The contract term is three years, with two one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by March 10, 2022, and the contract is expected to be awarded by March 1, 2023.

The procurement does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The state has not disclosed any incumbent vendors or current contractors for this requirement. Funding for the project will come from the state's general capital improvement budget, but the total award value or budget range is not provided in the available documentation.