Fire Pump System for Stratton Building in Springfield

Solicitation 27PS779008 is an Invitation for Bid issued by the Illinois Secretary of State for the replacement of the fire pump system at the Stratton Building in Springfield, Illinois. The scope of work includes the demolition and disposal of the existing fire pump, controller, jockey pump, and associated piping, as well as the installation of a new Aurora fire pump Model 6-81-15E, a Tornatech GPS fire pump controller, a 10-inch RPZ assembly, and Read-O-Matic water meters. The contractor is responsible for all labor, materials, equipment, and site management, including traffic signage and safety barricades. All work must adhere to strict regulatory standards, including the 2018 International Building, Mechanical, and Fire Codes, NFPA 101 and NFPA 13, and UL and FM certifications. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, provided the price is fair, reasonable, and within the state budget. Bidders must submit their offers electronically via the BidBuy portal by November 11, 2026. Required submissions include a 10% bid bond and comprehensive vendor disclosures covering financial interests, political contributions, and business operations. Upon award, a performance bond for the full contract amount is due within ten days. The agreement is subject to the Illinois Procurement Code, the Illinois False Claims Act, and the State Prompt Payment Act, and is contingent upon the availability of funds from the Illinois General Assembly.