Renewal Notice DHS Vending Preventive Maintenance

The state of Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a renewal of preventative maintenance services for cafeteria and vending equipment located in facilities throughout the state, specifically supporting locations operated by blind vendors in the Business Enterprise Program for the Blind. This is the first of two potential one-year renewal options for fiscal year 2026, covering a contract period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The procurement involves comprehensive maintenance services for vending equipment across approximately 482 statewide locations, with the primary objective of supporting the federally mandated Randolph Sheppard Act, which provides vending business opportunities for visually impaired individuals. The contract renewal is based on the original solicitation bid number B-28641, and the current notice (dated April 3, 2025) has a response deadline of April 18, 2025. The renewal appears to be a straightforward extension of existing services, with no substantial changes to the original contract terms or scope of work.

The contract has specific provisions related to diversity and inclusion programs, though the current renewal shows zero percent participation in both the Veterans Business Program (VBP) and Business Enterprise Program (BEP). The incumbent vendor is Ultravend Services Inc., which will continue to provide maintenance services under this renewal. The total renewal amount is $146,664.00, suggesting a moderate-scale maintenance contract for specialized vending equipment. No subcontractors are listed on the current Utilization Plan, and the procurement appears to be directly tied to supporting blind vendors in their business operations. The contract is being renewed in accordance with existing terms, indicating a satisfactory performance history by the current contractor. The digital signature of Adrienne Grover on April 3, 2025, confirms the official renewal of the contract for the specified service period.