SBSA Promotional Items

This contract involves a rebid process initiated by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) to establish a vendor pool for the procurement of promotional items. The primary goal is to create a flexible and efficient purchasing mechanism that allows HFS to acquire promotional products as needed throughout the contract period. The solicitation is specifically set aside for small businesses registered and approved under the Small Business Set-Aside Program (SBSP) within Illinois, emphasizing the state's commitment to supporting local small enterprises. The contract is identified under solicitation number 24-478HFS-DIREC-B-41199, with a posting date of January 26, 2024, and a response deadline of February 16, 2024. The NAICS code associated with this procurement is 541870, which pertains to advertising and related services, indicating the nature of the promotional items and services expected. The contract is managed by the Illinois Healthcare and Family Services agency, operating within the State and Local Government Enterprise and Development (SLED) organization type. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is the Agency Procurement Officer, reachable via email and phone. The procurement process involves standard documentation, including IRS Form W-9, which vendors must complete to provide their Taxpayer Identification Number for proper tax reporting and compliance. The overall objective is to facilitate a streamlined, compliant, and small business-friendly procurement process for promotional items, ensuring that Illinois-based small businesses have the opportunity to participate and support the state's outreach and branding efforts. More details and the solicitation document can be accessed through the provided online link.