26-420DCEO-REGEC-B-51606 | FFY26 DRA Annual Membership

Solicitation 26-420DCEO-REGEC-B-51606 is for the FFY26 Delta Regional Authority (DRA) Annual Membership, managed by the Illinois Regional Economic Development agency. The primary purpose of this action is to facilitate the payment of the FY 2026 State Economic Development Assistance Program (SEDAP) allocation and administrative expense assessment. The total amount due is 130,443.00, which represents 8.33% of the DRA administrative budget. Payment is required within 30 days and can be remitted via check to the DRA office in Clarksdale, Mississippi, or through ACH transfer using specific routing and account details provided by the DRA Director of Finance. The period of performance aligns with Federal Fiscal Year 2026, spanning from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with the place of performance located in Springfield, Illinois. This procurement is governed by the Illinois Procurement Code and requires strict adherence to state standard terms and conditions, including the State Prompt Payment Act and various statutory certifications. Vendors must comply with a wide range of legal mandates, including the Drug-Free Workplace Act, the Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act, and domestic sourcing requirements for steel and iron. Mandatory certifications cover ethics, lobbying, bid rigging, and tax compliance, with failure to maintain these standards potentially voiding the contract.