Totes for the Office of the Ombudsman

The Illinois Department on Aging is seeking a vendor to provide 15,000 tote bags silk-screened with the Long-Term Care Ombudsman symbol. The tote bags must meet specific requirements, including a white color and a minimum GSM (grams per square meter) of 80. The vendor must ship the totes per the provided shipping list, which includes distribution to various government and non-profit organizations across Illinois. The Request for Quote (RFQ) outlines the required specifications, imagery for silk-screening, the shipping list with quantities and locations, and a deadline for delivery by September 30, 2023. Quotes must be submitted through BidBuy and are due by the specified due date and time. The award will be based on the lowest cost and responsive and responsible bidder, with pricing required to be firm for 90 days and inclusive of all expenses and associated costs, including shipping.

The procurement does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there are no details about possible award values or budget ranges. The tote bags are being procured to support the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which is utilizing federal grant funds that expire on September 30, 2023, requiring the in-hand delivery date by that deadline.