The Illinois Secretary of State is seeking bids for fiber infrastructure solutions in Springfield, IL. The bid includes material and installation of new low voltage infrastructure fiber connections, troubleshooting, and repair. An optional prebid conference will be held on November 13th. Bids must be submitted electronically through BidBuy. The contract term is upon execution to 6/30/2028, with a maximum term of 10 years. The state will award to the lowest price bidder. The state may require a performance bond. The state requires a fee of 15 to cover expenses related to the administration of the minority contractor opportunity initiative.
The bid notice states 2hour response service for current and future environment fiber troubleshooting and repair efforts across springfield, il.
The bid notice states Payments, including late payment charges, will be paid in accordance with the state prompt payment act and rules when applicable.
The bid notice states vendor warrants that the supplies furnished under this contract will: a conform to the standards, specifications, drawing, samples or descriptions furnished by the state or furnished by the vendor and agreed to by the state, including but not limited to all specifications attached as exhibits hereto b be merchantable, of good quality and workmanship, and free from defects for a period of twelve months or longer if so specified in writing, and fit and sufficient for the intended use c comply with all federal and state laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to the manufacturing, packing, labeling, sale and delivery of the supplies d be of good title and be free and clear of all liens and encumbrances and e not infringe any patent, copyright or other intellectual property rights of any third party.
The bid notice states if the state issues an award, the award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder who submits the lowest price.
The bid notice states a responsible bidder is one who has the capability in all respects to perform fully the contract requirements and who has the integrity and reliability that will assure good faith performance.
The bid notice states an optional prebid conference will be held thursday, november 13th at 10: 00 at 501 south second street, room 574, springfield, il ****.
