Weigh in Motion with Sole Source Conditions

The state of Illinois has posted a sole source contract opportunity for Weigh in Motion services. The contract seeks to procure a vendor to provide a Weigh in Motion system, which is a technology that allows for the continuous weighing of vehicles as they travel over measurement sensors embedded in the roadway. Key objectives include accurately measuring vehicle weights to support infrastructure maintenance, traffic monitoring, and enforcement of weight regulations. Vendors must meet stringent qualifications, including previous experience implementing Weigh in Motion systems and the ability to integrate with the state's existing transportation management infrastructure. Proposals are due by October 23, 2024, and the state will evaluate submissions based on the vendor's technical approach, timeline for implementation, and overall cost-effectiveness.

This contract opportunity is restricted to sole source conditions, meaning only one qualified vendor will be selected. There are no set-aside designations, but the state has included standard certifications that the selected vendor must comply with, such as ethical conduct, accessibility requirements, and prohibitions on forced labor. The incumbent vendor or any existing contractors are not identified. While the exact award value is not specified, the state is seeking a comprehensive Weigh in Motion solution, suggesting a significant budget allocation for this procurement.