Central Illinois Area Fit Testing

The contract involves providing medical clearance and OSHA-compliant fit testing services for staff involved in investigations within regulated healthcare facilities across Illinois, with a performance period of approximately 60 months and an estimated total of 200 service hours. The scope includes conducting medical evaluations, pulmonary function tests, EKGs, chest X-rays, and fit testing for N95 respirators, with services required at multiple Illinois locations, including Springfield, Decatur, O’Fallon, and Effingham. Vendors must be experienced Environmental & Occupational Health Providers, staffed with an Occupational Medicine Physician and an Occupational Health Nurse, capable of onsite service within 20 miles of designated facilities, and are prohibited from subcontracting. Weekly reporting to the Illinois Department of Public Health is mandatory, and the award will be granted based on the lowest price among qualified vendors meeting all mandatory requirements. The procurement is governed by Illinois state law and administrative codes, incorporating certifications related to legal entity status, compliance with anti-bribery, tax, environmental, and employment laws, and certifications regarding cybersecurity and forced labor prohibitions. The contract includes standard Illinois terms covering payment procedures, audit rights, performance standards, and legal compliance, with no explicit FAR clauses referenced. Deliverables are to be performed at designated Illinois healthcare facilities, with performance standards emphasizing OSHA compliance, personnel qualifications, and quality monitoring. Proposal submissions are to be made electronically via the BidBuy portal, with prices for specific services entered into the system; the quote must remain valid for 90 days, and the lowest price meeting all mandatory qualifications will be selected. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to Illinois procurement laws, with detailed certifications required from vendors and subcontractors to ensure integrity and compliance throughout the contract duration.