26-416CMS-BOPM4-B-49851 | CMS 6901 RFI DHS Chicago

Solicitation 26-416CMS-BOPM4-B-49851 is a Request for Information issued by the Illinois Department of Central Management Services to lease approximately 11,279 square feet of office space for the Department of Human Services. The property must be located within Cook County, Chicago, specifically bounded by 71st Street to the north, 95th Street to the south, South Shore Drive to the east, and Ashland Avenue to the west. The intended lease term is five years with an optional five-year renewal, not to exceed ten years in total. The state seeks a responsive and responsible bidder based on best value, evaluating site suitability, financial terms, legal review of lease exceptions, and general responsibility factors. The leased space must adhere to strict tenant space configurations, including a large reception area with three secured workstations and eight intake booths, a large break room with a kitchenette, and at least one wiring closet per floor. Facilities must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing at least 30 parking spaces, including four ADA-accessible spots. The lessor is responsible for maintaining common area facilities, life safety systems, and HVAC systems in accordance with applicable codes. All submissions must be made electronically via BidBuy, as paper or manual submissions are prohibited. Vendors must provide required disclosures regarding their legal entity status, Illinois business authorization, and compliance with anti-bribery and cybersecurity regulations.