27-444DHS-ISDIS-B-50221 | DHS IFB-ISD AND ISVI ELEVATOR REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES

The State of Illinois Department of Human Services has awarded contract B-50221 to Barnard Elevator of Quincy for the repair and maintenance of eighteen elevators located at the Illinois School for the Deaf and the Illinois School for the Visually Impaired in Jacksonville. The total award amount is 498,036.22 dollars, with an initial term running through June 30, 2029, and two optional one-year renewal terms. The scope of work includes monthly preventative maintenance, cleaning, and annual inspections, as well as a full load test for ISD elevators required every five years. The vendor must provide 24/7 emergency availability and adhere to strict operational requirements, including the use of ADA-compliant Braille signage for out-of-order elevators. The contract is governed by the Illinois Procurement Code and the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, requiring the vendor to pay laborers the current prevailing rate of wages. Performance is subject to various certifications, including disclosures regarding business operations with Iran and the prohibition of forced labor exploitation. Payment is processed through the Illinois School for the Deaf business office, with the state reserving the right to verify the actual cost of parts and materials via invoices and receipts. The agreement also stipulates that the state may conduct criminal and driver history background checks on all personnel assigned to the facilities to ensure security.