26-494DOT-FINAD-B-49171 | D1 IDOT - ETP, EVP and Transit High Visibility Safety Supplies contract

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has issued solicitation 26-494DOT-FINAD-B-49171 for the procurement of high visibility safety apparel for District 1. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) covers the purchase of essential roadside safety gear, including vests, jackets, coveralls, shirts, raingear, pants, gloves, hats, and caps on an as-needed basis. All apparel must conform to ANSI/ISEA 107-2015 standards, and the vendor must provide a Declaration of Conformity. Specific branding requirements include a 2.5 by 4 inch State of Illinois patch on the right arm and a 4 by 4 inch Illinois Minuteman patch on the left arm. The contract is awarded based on the lowest overall total price to a responsive and responsible bidder. The initial term of the contract runs from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028, with a maximum potential duration of ten years. Deliveries are made F.O.B. destination to various IDOT locations within Illinois during established receiving hours of 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Vendors must submit bids electronically via BidBuy and provide required disclosures, including certifications against forced labor and compliance with the Illinois Procurement Code. Payment is subject to statutory offset, and invoices for expenses incurred through June 30 must be submitted by July 31. The contract prohibits the use of subcontractors unless approved and forbids the employment of State employees during the term of the agreement.