26-422DNR-WTRRE-B-50592 | Buoy Lights for Stratton Lock and Dam

The Illinois Office of Water Resources is soliciting bids under solicitation number 26-422DNR-WTRRE-B-50592 for the procurement of 61 solar marine buoy lights to be delivered to the Stratton Lock and Dam in McHenry, Illinois. The requirement consists of 24 green, 19 red, 11 amber, and 7 white lights. All units must be Carmanah model solar powered LED lights with a nominal 4 inch diameter, replaceable rechargeable batteries, a minimum of 1 mile visibility, and a strobe rate of 60 flashes per minute. Additionally, the lights must meet or exceed the IP 68 waterproof and dustproof standard, include mounting bolt holes or brackets, and must not feature bird arresters or spikes. The contract is governed by the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office Standard Terms and Conditions, requiring vendors to provide product literature with their quotes and include all shipping costs in their bids, as delivery is F.O.B. destination. Key administrative requirements include compliance with the State Prompt Payment Act, the payment of prevailing wages where applicable, and the maintenance of specific insurance coverages, including general commercial liability of 1 million dollars per occurrence and 2 million dollars annual aggregate. The state retains the right to terminate the contract for convenience with 30 days notice and requires that all supplies be new, unused, and free from defects. Invoicing is generally expected upon completion of the contract, and all claims must be filed exclusively with the Illinois Court of Claims.