Wire mesh square galvanized steel fencing

Dixon Correctional Center, a facility of the Illinois Department of Corrections, is soliciting bids for 125 sheets of wire mesh square galvanized steel fencing under Basic Ordering Agreement 26-426DOC-DIXON-B-52394, with bids due May 15, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. CST.

The specification calls for 2"×2" mesh square openings (1.8400"×1.8400" opening dimensions), 0.160" wire diameter (8-1/4 gauge), welded and trimmed with standard 1/8" or less overhang on all four sides, 85% open area, mill finish hot-dipped galvanized coating, 48" width by 96" length per sheet. All fencing must be delivered to the correctional center's sallyport within 30 days of contract award during acceptable hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., excluding state holidays).

The contract value is under $50,000 as a one-time purchase. Pricing must be quoted F.O.B. destination net of all trade or quantity discounts, with all transportation and handling costs included and paid by the contractor. The contract term runs from signature through June 30, 2026. Vendors must maintain commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, auto liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence, and workers' compensation insurance as required by law, with the State named as additionally insured. All supplies must carry manufacturer warranties for a minimum of twelve months. Bids must be submitted electronically via Bid Buy or email; vendors must be registered in Bid Buy to be considered and must include the signed BOA with bid information. The State reserves the right to award in whole or in part and may terminate for convenience with written notice. Payment follows the Illinois Prompt Payment Act.