Wheelchair Lifts for Security Vans - IVHQ- FY25

The state of Illinois, specifically the Quincy Illinois Veterans Home located in Adams County, is seeking a vendor to purchase and install two wheelchair lifts for 2025 Ford Transit security vans. The procurement requires a comprehensive solution involving dual parallel arm commercial wheelchair lifts with specific technical specifications, including a 1000 lb weight limit, full ADA and NHTSA compliance, and a minimum platform size of 33" x 51". Key deliverables include a handheld control box, integrated back-up pump, wheelchair occupant restraint system, and commercial wheelchair-compatible flooring with adaptable seating configurations. The contract mandates that the installer must be certified and located within 350 miles of the Quincy facility, with specific timelines for procurement: lifts must be ordered within 10 days of contract execution and installation completed within 30 days of lift delivery. The contract opportunity is posted on May 1, 2025, with proposals due by May 14, 2025, and will run through June 30, 2025, with potential for a maximum contract term of ten years.

The contract appears to have provisions encouraging minority business participation and potentially includes set-aside considerations for disadvantaged business enterprises. Vendor qualifications include maintaining general commercial liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, along with required auto liability and worker's compensation insurance. While a specific budget range is not explicitly detailed, the contract notes that funding is contingent on state appropriations and that the total contract amount will be specified prior to execution. Potential respondents must demonstrate compliance with state procurement regulations, including prevailing wage requirements and potential federal funding considerations. The procurement is specifically focused on enhancing accessibility for veterans' transportation infrastructure, with a clear emphasis on technical specifications and installation quality for specialized wheelchair lift systems.