SCBA Equipment Inspection & Flow Testing

Solicitation 27-426DOC-MUDDY-B-54004 is a small purchase contract issued by the Big Muddy River Correctional Center for the Illinois Department of Corrections. The contract requires a certified inspector to provide onsite mobile flow testing for 36 Scott SCBA masks and hydrostatic testing for 22 cylinders, with specific milestones for ten cylinders in April 2028 and twelve cylinders in March 2031. All work must be performed in accordance with NFPA standards, manufacturer requirements, and Illinois Department of Corrections Administrative Directives. The vendor is responsible for providing a comprehensive final report detailing test results, cylinder serial numbers, and recommendations for continued use or disposal, while any required repairs must be authorized by the facility after a cost estimate is provided. The contract is funded through General Revenue and prohibits the use of subcontractors. Key administrative requirements include compliance with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, adherence to the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, and the maintenance of General Commercial Liability and Worker's Compensation insurance. Supplies must be warranted against defects for at least twelve months. Pricing is managed via the BidBuy portal, including a $5,000 estimated billing line item for materials. Legal claims arising from the contract are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Illinois Court of Claims, and the State of Illinois retains sole ownership of all work produced as work for hire.