SP- Driveshaft Repair and Service

The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (ISTHA) is seeking a vendor(s) to provide driveshaft repair services. The contract term is for 3 years from November 27, 2020 through November 26, 2023, with potential renewal for up to 2 additional years. The vendor shall thoroughly inspect the driveshaft and make all necessary repairs, which may include replacing the tube, yokes, spline coupling, U-joints, center bearing, balancing, painting, and fabricating a complete assembly. The pricing structure includes an hourly labor rate and a "Discount Sharing Program" for replacement parts, where the vendor shall share the amount of discount received from manufacturers' list prices. Repaired driveshafts shall be unconditionally warrantied for 6 months. The vendor must have an established full-service driveshaft repair facility located within the bid area(s), which is limited to Dupage County. The contract award shall be made to the responsive and responsible bidder who submits the lowest total bid price per area.

The procurement is open to any eligible vendor, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The procurement does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there is no information provided about existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the pricing structure and contract term indicate this could be a significant opportunity for the selected vendor(s).