Syringe, Insulin Retractable

The state of Illinois, Department of Veterans Affairs, is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the purchase of safety insulin syringes with automatic needle retraction over a two-year period from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2020. The agency is seeking to procure 2,000,003,005 insulin syringes, with the quantities split evenly between fiscal years 2019 and 2020. Vendors are required to provide per-case pricing and manufacturer details, and the award will be made to the bidder with the lowest total bid. The RFQ stipulates that actual quantities ordered may vary based on the facility's needs, and partial shipments are acceptable in the event of delays. The pricing terms state that all quoted prices must be valid for 180 days and include shipping and handling charges, with no price increases allowed. The agency reserves the right to reject any or all offers, and vendors must agree to provide a minimum 1-year warranty on all products.

The RFQ does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent vendor or contractor is not specified, and there are no details provided on any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The budget range for this procurement is also not disclosed.