3 Police Trucks and 4 SUV's

The Illinois Secretary of State’s solicitation 26-350SOS-POLIC-B-50242 seeks qualified vendors to supply a total of seven new vehicles tailored for law enforcement use: three 4x4 half-ton Crew Cab trucks, two 4x4 mid-size utility SUVs designated for squad car duties, and two mid-size utility SUVs or crossovers for covert operations. Vendors are responsible not only for providing the vehicles but also for installing upfitting equipment supplied by them as well as additional equipment provided by the Illinois Secretary of State Police. The contract term begins upon execution and extends through June 30, 2026, with discretional renewal options but no guaranteed extensions. This procurement focuses on a firm-fixed-price structure where award will be made to the lowest priced, responsible, and responsive bidder, with considerations including Business Enterprise Program participation and compliance with applicable domestic product preferences and federal funding requirements. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the Illinois BidBuy portal by December 30, 2025, including fully completed vendor disclosure forms proving eligibility and compliance with Illinois Procurement Gateway registration. The vehicles will be custom-upfitted per detailed State specifications, which include installation of covert surveillance and emergency response equipment, LED lighting, backup cameras, keyless entry, and other police-grade features, all of which vendors must source and properly install. The State requires strict adherence to deadlines and mandates that all vehicles meet specified warranties and quality standards, ensuring merchantability and defect-free performance for at least 12 months. Additionally, vendors may be subject to background checks and must refrain from employing current State personnel during the contract term. All contract claims are to be resolved under Illinois law, with disputes handled exclusively through the Illinois Court of Claims, and without arbitration. Invoices are processed through the Secretary of State’s fiscal office in Springfield, Illinois, following contractual terms. The solicitation includes mandatory reporting and certification requirements addressing conflicts of interest, financial disclosures, and compliance with laws against business operations in Iran, among others, ensuring full transparency and regulatory adherence in awarding and executing this contract.