Rebid D9 Cone Penetrometer

The State of Illinois, Department of Transportation, is seeking bids for the Rebid D9 Cone Penetrometer project in Jackson County. The procurement is for the supply of newly manufactured cone penetrometer equipment, including a drilling to CPT adapter, a retraction system, a cone system with data transmission capabilities, and a data acquisition and interface system. The contract requires the successful vendor to provide on-site training, a full 12-month warranty, and prompt parts and service support. Bidders must be established manufacturers or authorized dealers, and they must submit detailed literature, specifications, and a completed questionnaire as part of their bid response. The Department reserves the right to waive minor informalities if it is in the best interest of the State. The bid is due on March 30, 2022, and delivery time is critical, as delays may impact the vendor's consideration in future bids.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor or current contractor is not provided. The solicitation also does not include any information on award values or budget ranges for the project. Vendors must be authorized to transact business in Illinois and comply with various state requirements related to political contributions, employment practices, and use of Illinois-made materials.