Sally Port Gate Upgrade

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking a vendor to complete a comprehensive Sally Port Gate Upgrade at Graham Correctional Center located in McLean County. This procurement involves a full replacement and upgrade of the facility's inner and outer Sally Port Gate systems, which requires complete removal of existing equipment and installation of new mechanical, hydraulic, electrical components, and modernized control systems. The project demands vendors provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and services to execute a total gate system replacement, with specific requirements including equipment disposal, new component installation, control system upgrades, comprehensive testing, commissioning, and staff training. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for October 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with final bid submissions due on October 17, 2025, at 10:30 AM. Vendors must comply with all IDOC security rules and meet prevailing wage requirements, and will be expected to demonstrate capability to restore operational integrity and improve facility security through their proposed solution.

The procurement is classified as a small purchase method with no specific small business or minority-owned business set-asides currently indicated. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 per occurrence in general commercial liability and auto liability, with worker's compensation insurance as required by law. The contract term will run from the last dated signature through June 30, 2026, with a maximum total contract term not exceeding ten years. While no predetermined maximum dollar amount is specified, the contract will be funded through state appropriations. Prospective bidders must complete and submit the Standard Illinois Certifications form, which requires attestation to 34 specific legal and operational requirements covering areas such as criminal history, tax compliance, employment practices, and ethical business standards. Failure to comply with these certifications could result in contract voiding, suspension, debarment, or other legal and financial penalties.