REBID Statewide Alarm Monitoring - Elec Sec

The Illinois Department of Military Affairs is seeking a statewide alarm monitoring services contract for 72 Army National Guard arms vaults and secure facilities, encompassing 15 fire alarm systems and eight elevators throughout Illinois. This rebid of contract 25B46660 requires a vendor to provide comprehensive 24/7 remote monitoring services utilizing phone lines, cellular, and IP networks with daily communication tests, alarm activity recording, and dispatch coordination. The monitoring company must be certified under specific UL standards and will be responsible for monitoring equipment and personnel, while the Department of Military Affairs will provide site-installed alarm equipment, utilities, phone lines, and network connections. The contract solicitation was posted on March 7, 2025, with proposals due by March 25, 2025. Vendors must comply with Army Regulation 190-11, which establishes rigorous physical security protocols for arms, ammunition, and explosives (AA&E), and provide comprehensive monitoring across multiple facility types including readiness centers, armories, and administrative buildings located in cities such as Springfield, Chicago, Peoria, Decatur, and Urbana.

The procurement appears open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations, though vendors must complete comprehensive Illinois State Certifications covering 33 compliance areas including business integrity, financial responsibility, labor practices, and regulatory adherence. Vendors must maintain $1,000,000 per occurrence in general commercial liability and auto liability insurance and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The contract has an initial three-year term with a maximum total contract period not exceeding ten years. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the extensive monitoring requirements across 66 monitored sites suggest a significant contract value. No incumbent vendor is directly mentioned, and the contract allows no subcontractors. Prospective vendors must demonstrate capability to integrate with existing Department of Military Affairs infrastructure, provide network access to reports for technical personnel, and meet stringent security monitoring standards outlined in the Army Regulation 190-11 documentation.