Illinois Department of Corrections - Multiple Alarm Vibrating Watches - 26-426DOC-CENTO-B-52217 (2026)
Illinois Department of Corrections | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- May 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Christine Rhoades-Hosch
- (217) 524-8383
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a three-year contract for multiple alarm vibrating watches for hard of hearing individuals in custody, pursuant to the Holmes Settlement. Requirements include watches with a black band, countdown timer, 12/24 hour display, waterproof capability to 25 feet, and specific wrist sizing (4.7 to 7.3 inches for standard bands, 7.4 to 9 inches and 8.5 to 11 inches for extended bands), along with replacement bands. Vendors must submit electronic bids via BidBuy by May 21, 2026, and provide physical product samples prior to or at bid opening. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder by lowest overall total price.
Multiple Alarm Vibrating Watches, Minimum 5 vibrating alarms, Black Band, Countdown Timer, Ability to display 12/24 hour time, Waterproof to a minimum of 25 feet, Fits wrists 4.7 inches to 7.3 inches, Replacement Bands, Extended Bands, Fits wrist 7.4 inches to 9 inches
Responsibility and Responsiveness, price
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Summary
The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a three-year contract for multiple alarm vibrating watches for hard of hearing individuals in custody, pursuant to the Holmes Settlement.
Requirements include watches with a black band, countdown timer, 12/24 hour display, waterproof capability to 25 feet, and specific wrist sizing (4.7 to 7.3 inches for standard bands, 7.4 to 9 inches and 8.5 to 11 inches for extended bands), along with replacement bands. Vendors must submit electronic bids via BidBuy by May 21, 2026, and provide physical product samples prior to or at bid opening. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder by lowest overall total price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsibility and Responsiveness, price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Multiple Alarm Vibrating Watches
- Minimum 5 vibrating alarms
- Black Band
- Countdown Timer
- Ability to display 12/24 hour time
- Waterproof to a minimum of 25 feet
- Fits wrists 4.7 inches to 7.3 inches
- Replacement Bands
- Extended Bands
- Fits wrist 7.4 inches to 9 inches
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Vendor Disclosure or IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure
- Offer to the State of Illinois
- Contract
- Submit to
- https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Department of Corrections
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 21, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov. For questions, contact Christine Rhoades-Hosch.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Christine Rhoades-Hosch at (217) 524-8383. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Multiple Alarm Vibrating Watches, Minimum 5 vibrating alarms, Black Band, Countdown Timer, Ability to display 12/24 hour time, Waterproof to a minimum of 25 feet, Fits wrists 4.7 inches to 7.3 inches, Replacement Bands, Extended Bands, Fits wrist 7.4 inches to 9 inches. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Responsibility and Responsiveness, price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois?
All active and historical solicitations from Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Vendor Disclosure or IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure, Offer to the State of Illinois, Contract. Review the full document from Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.