Satellite Monitoring and Control System

The state and local contract opportunity posted by the State of Illinois is for the procurement of a Satellite Monitoring and Control System. The system must integrate with a variety of existing satellite communications equipment, including antennas, receivers, amplifiers, and encoders. The required hardware includes a 1RU server, KVM, and PC client software. The contract includes a 5-year support, service, and maintenance agreement, as well as operator and administrator training. Vendors may have the opportunity to visit the site if necessary. The contract opportunity is being issued by the State of Illinois, Central Management Services (CMS), and is specific to the jurisdiction of St. Clair County. The contract term is for 5 years, with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods. Pricing for the system is provided on a one-time and periodic charge basis, with additional line items for required hardware.

The contract opportunity is a Small Purchase, with no disclosed subcontractors. It will be funded through State funds for Fiscal Year 2024. Vendors responding to this opportunity must comply with the Standard Illinois Certifications, which cover a wide range of requirements such as compliance with state laws and regulations, disclosure of felony convictions, prohibition on political contributions, employment of Illinois residents, and compliance with environmental and labor laws. The contract opportunity does not provide any details on set-aside designations, restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, or incumbent vendors. The total award value or budget range is not specified.