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26-586SBE-CHFED-B-51548 | SBE: Sole Source: The Center

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26-586SBE-CHFED-B-51548State & Local

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This contract pertains to a sole source solicitation issued by the Chief Education Officer for the state of Illinois, specifically for the entity known as The Center. The solicitation number is 26-586SBE-CHFED-B-51548, and it was posted on March 13, 2026. The contract is managed under the State and Local Government Entity (SLED) organization type and is based in Springfield, Illinois, which is also the location for the work to be performed. The contract does not specify a type of set-aside or NAICS code, indicating that it is likely a direct award without competitive bidding due to the sole source nature. The point of contact for this procurement is Sara Power, designated as the Purchaser, who can be reached via email or phone at the provided contacts. This procurement is overseen by the Illinois Chief Education Officer's office, and further details including documentation and bid specifics are accessible through the Illinois governmental bidding website.

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Sole source contract for The Center in Springfield, Illinois, managed by Chief Education Officer.

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Illinois → Chief Education OfficerView Agency

NAICS

923110 - Administration of Education ProgramsView NAICS

Place of Performance

100 North First Street, Concourse, Springfield, IL, 62777, USA

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NONE

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Sole Source Hearing Details Form

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Bulletin 26-586SBE-CHFED-B-51548 Sole Source Justification Form Part I

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26-586SBE-CHFED-B-51548 Sole Source Justification Form

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AgencyIllinois → Chief Education Officer
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OfficeSpringfield, IL, 62777, USA
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Office AddressSpringfield, IL, 62777, USA
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