Utility Body for F-550

The State of Illinois, specifically the Office of Water Resources, is seeking to procure a specialized utility body for a 2026 Ford F-550 diesel 4x4 truck with a 108" cab to axle length. The solicitation, posted on July 14, 2025, with proposals due by July 21, 2025, requires a custom utility body with precise specifications including a body length of 156"-158", width of 94"-96", and specific compartment configurations. The utility body must feature multiple compartments on both driver and passenger sides, with detailed requirements for pullout drawers, shelves, tool storage, and a bottle cylinder storage area. Key accessories include stainless steel door latches, master locking systems, weatherproofing seals, flared fenders, gas shock door retainers, specific lighting requirements, and a 2 5/16" gooseneck hitch rated for 30,000 lbs. The vendor must provide a cured corrosion-resistant primer, non-hardening undercoat, and paint the exterior anti-matter blue to match the truck's cab, with additional requirements of a standard no-rust warranty and a minimum 1-year manufacturer's warranty.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The vendor must be an authorized dealer responsible for body, installation, and service. Vendors must complete a comprehensive Standard Certifications form that includes 33 separate certifications covering legal, ethical, financial, employment, and operational standards. Compliance requirements include verifications of tax status, workplace practices, labor standards, and adherence to state and federal procurement guidelines. While no specific budget range is listed, the detailed specifications suggest a specialized procurement with potential complexity and specific technical requirements. Failure to comply with the certification requirements could result in contract voiding, suspension, debarment, denial of payment, civil fines, or criminal penalties. The procurement is governed by the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office's General Services Standard Terms and Conditions, which outline comprehensive contractual provisions including insurance requirements of $1,000,000 in general commercial liability coverage and worker's compensation insurance.