26-494DOT-FINAD-B-51281 | REBID CO Vertical Bridge Port Mill FY26

Solicitation 26-494DOT-FINAD-B-51281, posted on March 3, 2026, by the Illinois Department of Finance and Administration, seeks the procurement of a heavy-duty manual knee-type vertical milling machine for performance in Springfield, Illinois. The required equipment must feature a minimum 12 by 58 inch table, a 5 HP motor with a digital variable speed range of 70 to 4,000 RPM, and an NT40 taper. Technical requirements specify Turcite-B coated ways, hardened and ground box ways, and a milling head capable of 360 degree swiveling and specific tilt ranges. The machine must include a 3 phase motor with low voltage control and a safety feature to prevent self-starting after power failure. Essential accessories include a digital readout system, power feeds on the table and saddle, a motorized rapid knee positioning system, an 8 inch Kurt vise with swivel base, a 52 piece clamping kit, and various lubrication and coolant systems. The contract is governed by the State of Illinois standard terms and conditions, requiring vendors to maintain compliance with the Illinois Procurement Code and provide mandatory certifications regarding legal status, tax compliance, and ethical conduct. Key administrative requirements include adherence to the State Prompt Payment Act for invoicing and a twelve month warranty against defects. Vendors must comply with equal opportunity regulations, prevailing wage laws, and specific insurance mandates, including one million dollars in auto liability coverage. The State retains the right to terminate the contract for cause immediately or for convenience with thirty days notice, and all work is considered work for hire with exclusive ownership granted to the State of Illinois.