Exempt Notice - DHS Exempt Procurement Report - October 2025

This document provides a comprehensive listing of exempt procurement transactions conducted by the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) during October 2025, in accordance with state regulations 30 ILCS 500/1-10(b) and 1-12(b). These transactions are classified as procurement code exempt due to their specific statutory provisions and have an annual value exceeding $100,000, requiring public posting in the procurement bulletin. The report highlights a notable contract with Lester and Rosalie Anixter Center for Audiology Services, valued at $60,000, with a contract period from November 4, 2025, to June 30, 2028, under the Purchase of Care exemption Sec. 1-10(b)(3). The overall contract size ranges from a minimum of $100,000 to a maximum of $1,000,000, indicating significant expenditure levels. The procurement activities are managed by the DHS Procurement Office, with a designated point of contact reachable via email and phone. The attached documents include detailed reports that list the exempt contracts, specifying contractor names, service descriptions, contract amounts, and relevant code exceptions used to justify exemption status. While the reports primarily feature the Anixter Center's audiology services, other entries are not populated, suggesting either limited exempt transactions within this period or a focus on specific procurements. The information is publicly accessible through the Illinois bid system, ensuring transparency and compliance with statutory posting requirements. Overall, this overview underscores the department's adherence to procurement transparency mandates for high-value exempt contracts, providing insight into the scope and nature of the agency’s procurement activities during this period.