TDF- IFB- 2023/2024 Van FY24

The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Treatment and Detention Facility (TDF) is seeking to purchase a new wheelchair van through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. Specifically, DHS is seeking to acquire a 2023 or 2024 Ford Flexible Fuel Transit T350 DRW High Roof XL with wheelchair lift, or an equivalent vehicle that meets certain requirements including ADA compliance, front or all-wheel drive, automatic transmission, dual rear wheels, and specific safety features. The vendor must deliver the vehicle to the Springfield Central Management Services (CMS) State Garage by June 30, 2024. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder who submits the lowest price, and there are no renewal terms with the total contract term not to exceed ten years. Pricing for the vehicle is firm, and DHS will not compensate the vendor for any travel expenses.

This procurement does not have any small business, minority, women, or veteran-owned business set-aside requirements. The key vendor disclosure documents include the Vendor Disclosure form and the IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure form. There are no details provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any indication of available budget or anticipated award value. The IFB has a due date of February 7, 2024, with no information on scheduled site visits or bidders' meetings.