The Illinois Secretary of State is seeking bids for professional environmental engineering services in state buildings. The contract term is upon execution through June 30, 2028, with a possible renewal for 2 years. Bids must be submitted electronically through BidBuy. Questions must be submitted in writing to the information contact no later than 5 days before bid opening. The state will award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest price. 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 state will post a notice to the bulletin identifying the apparent low-cost bidder.
The bid notice states that Response time shall not exceed 24hours for calls related to the services provided.
The bid notice states that Payments, including late payment charges, will be paid in accordance with the state prompt payment act and rules when applicable.
The bid notice states that 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 that 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 that The vendor shall be certified by the illinois department of public health idph.
The bid notice states that failure to respond within the 24 hours for per call service or the 4 hours minimum time specified for emergency service may result in cancellation of the contract.
