Utility Body

The State of Illinois, specifically the Office of Water Resources, is seeking to procure a utility body for a 2024 Ford F-550 dual rear wheel chassis with a 108" cab to axle length. The procurement involves a highly specific utility body measuring 156"-158" in length and 94"-96" in width, with precise compartment configurations for both driver and passenger sides. Key deliverables include a utility body with specialized drawer systems, shelving, storage solutions, and multiple accessories such as stainless steel door latches, a master locking system, weatherproofing, lighting, backup camera, and both gooseneck and Class V receiver hitches. The utility body must be painted anti-matter blue to match the vehicle's cab and include corrosion-resistant primer and non-hardening rust preventative undercoating. Vendor qualifications require being an authorized dealer capable of providing installation and service, with a minimum 1-year standard manufacturer's warranty and a no-rust warranty. The solicitation was posted on November 22, 2024, with proposals due by December 2, 2024, giving potential vendors approximately ten days to prepare and submit their responses.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement follows the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions (Version 23.2). The standard terms include provisions for minority contractors, such as a $15 fee requirement for contracts over $1,000, and mandate insurance coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence for General Commercial Liability and Auto Liability. Vendors must maintain financial records for 3-5 years and comply with prevailing wage requirements. Although the exact budget range is not specified, the detailed technical specifications suggest this is a specialized procurement with potentially significant value. The contract will require the selected vendor to provide a comprehensive utility body solution that meets the Office of Water Resources' precise operational requirements, with a focus on durability, functionality, and specific dimensional and accessory specifications.