DMH SP EMHC FY27 Dietary Wall and Saloon Door

Solicitation 27-444DHS-MENTH-B-54511 is a Request for Bids issued by the Illinois Department of Mental Health for the Elgin Mental Health Center. The project requires a vendor to provide all labor, materials, and equipment to construct a 10 ft high by 9 ft wide glazed block wall and install a pair of heavy-duty industrial saloon-style doors with a reinforced frame. Additional requirements include modifying ceiling tiles and grids, installing baseboards, relocating a fire alarm strobe light, and adding an illuminated exit sign. All work must be completed by June 30, 2027, and must comply with local electrical and life-safety codes as well as OSHA standards. To be considered responsive, vendors must attend a mandatory pre-bid conference on October 16, 2026, and submit an itemized quote detailing all labor, materials, and door specifications. The prime vendor is required to self-perform at least 51 percent of the total work. Compliance requirements include adhering to the Illinois Procurement Code, paying prevailing wages, and providing a USDOL Apprenticeship and Training Certificate or Program Letter. The contract is subject to the availability of funds and the State Prompt Payment Act, with the State maintaining sole ownership of all work as work for hire. Termination for convenience requires 30 days prior written notice.