26-444DHS-DEVDI-B-51561 | FY26 DHS Ludeman Dock Leveler Services SP

Solicitation 26-444DHS-DEVDI-B-51561 is for dock leveler services at the Elisabeth Ludeman Center in Park Forest, Illinois, managed by the Illinois agency for Developmental Disabilities. The scope of work includes the replacement of dock pit concrete and curb angles, the installation of a 6 by 8 foot mechanical dock leveler with a 35,000-pound capacity and 20 inch lip, and the replacement of dock shelters with soft-sided, 40oz heavy-duty vinyl shelters. The Chief Engineer serves as the contract manager, and all work must comply with OSHA standards and state and federal regulations. The contract is governed by the Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions v.23.2 and requires strict adherence to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and the Illinois Procurement Code. Vendors must certify prevailing wage compliance as a pass/fail requirement to be considered responsive. Insurance requirements include General Commercial Liability of 1 million dollars per occurrence and 2 million dollars aggregate, Auto Liability of 1 million dollars per occurrence, and legally required Worker's Compensation. The vendor is responsible for all damages to the center's property and must indemnify the State of Illinois against liabilities arising from negligent performance or intellectual property infringement. Payments are processed according to the State Prompt Payment Act, and the contract remains contingent upon the availability of funds.