SP with Sole Source Conditions Quadient for Postage 12 month Lease

The Illinois Tollway is looking to establish a small purchase contract with Quadient Inc. for a 12-month lease of Quadient for Postage equipment. This procurement is classified as a "Small Purchase with Sole Source Conditions," indicating that Quadient Inc. is the only approved vendor for this requirement. The contract will provide the Illinois Tollway with the necessary postage equipment and services, likely including delivery, installation, and maintenance. The procurement opportunity was posted on March 25, 2024, with a due date of March 28, 2024, allowing for a very short turnaround time. No specific evaluation criteria were provided, but the Tollway is likely seeking a cost-effective solution that meets their operational needs.

This contract opportunity does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor is Quadient Inc., which is the sole-source provider for this requirement. No information was provided regarding existing infrastructure or technology that may require integration, nor was a budget range or award value indicated. Given the sole-source nature of this procurement, the Illinois Tollway has likely determined that Quadient Inc. is the only vendor capable of meeting their requirements for postage equipment and services.