Sprayers for Utility Vehicles Operations

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking bids for the purchase of twenty sprayers to be installed on existing utility vehicles. The sprayers must conform to IDOT Specification 351-60-03, which outlines requirements for a 100-gallon polyethylene tank, a diaphragm pump, a boomless spray system, in-cab controls, a hose reel, and a rinse system. Bidders must demonstrate the ability to provide parts and service support in Illinois, and the winning vendor must deliver the fully operational units, provide operator manuals and training, and offer a minimum 12-month warranty. Bids must be submitted electronically through the State's BidBuy procurement system by September 23, 2020, as the State will only accept electronic submissions per the attached notice.

This procurement is subject to a Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified under the program can be considered responsive. There are no specific participation goals for Minority, Veteran, or Disadvantaged Business Enterprises indicated. The contract was previously awarded to Tiles in Style LLC DBA Taza Supplies for $89,100 over a 7.5-month term with no renewal options. Additional details on the incumbent vendor and total available funding are not provided.