SP Replacement Batteries for LaMarche Telecom Power System

The State of Illinois, through the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (ISTHA), is seeking a qualified vendor to provide six (6) replacement battery packs for their existing LaMarche Telecom Power System. The battery packs must meet specific requirements, including being lead-calcium absorbed glass mat (AGM) valve regulated lead-acid (VRLA) batteries with a 110 Ah capacity. The resulting contract will be a one-time purchase, with an anticipated start date of February 15, 2021 and a completion date of July 15, 2021. Quotes must be submitted by February 9, 2021, and the award will be made to the responsive/responsible bidder with the lowest price. Vendors must be the manufacturer or an authorized distributor, and pricing for the battery packs must be valid for 180 days, with no price increases accepted. The contract is contingent on the availability of funds, and the Tollway may terminate the contract for convenience or for cause.

The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The document does not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide any information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFQ does not specify a budget range or award value, but states that the Tollway does not guarantee a minimum order quantity and reserves the right to return any unusable materials.