Illinois Department of Corrections - Water Testing Services - 27-426DOC-SHAWN-B-53826 - Shawnee Correctional Center (2026)
Illinois Department of Corrections | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Micah Wiggs
- (618) 658-8331
The 30-second brief
Shawnee Correctional Center is seeking bids for a Certified Water System Operator to provide Illinois Environmental Protection Act required services for a period of one year. The scope of work includes operations of the Shawnee Correctional Center water supply in accordance with IEPA rules and regulations, sampling, testing, and reporting. Required deliverables include weekly reporting services for drinking water sample collections, weekly lab services for Total Coliform Rule/Microbial water analysis samples, bi-annual Lead and Copper water analysis, and annual Stage 2 Disinfection By-Product Rule sample. Bids must be submitted no later than September 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. Vendors must be Class B or higher Certified Water System Operators.
Weekly reporting services for drinking water sample collections including site visits, Weekly lab services for water analysis samples of Total Coliform Rule/Microbial containing a minimum of 3 random samples, Water analysis of Lead and Copper collected bi-annually containing a minimum of 20 random samples, Water analysis of one Stage 2 Disinfection By-Product Rule sample once per year
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Summary
Shawnee Correctional Center is seeking bids for a Certified Water System Operator to provide Illinois Environmental Protection Act required services for a period of one year.
The scope of work includes operations of the Shawnee Correctional Center water supply in accordance with IEPA rules and regulations, sampling, testing, and reporting. Required deliverables include weekly reporting services for drinking water sample collections, weekly lab services for Total Coliform Rule/Microbial water analysis samples, bi-annual Lead and Copper water analysis, and annual Stage 2 Disinfection By-Product Rule sample. Bids must be submitted no later than September 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. Vendors must be Class B or higher Certified Water System Operators.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Weekly reporting services for drinking water sample collections including site visits, Weekly lab services for water analysis samples of Total Coliform Rule/Microbial containing a minimum of 3 random samples, Water analysis of Lead and Copper collected bi-annually containing a minimum of 20 random samples, Water analysis of one Stage 2 Disinfection By-Product Rule sample once per year
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Illinois Standard Certifications, Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Vienna, 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 September 4, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Micah Wiggs.
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 Micah Wiggs at (618) 658-8331. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Weekly reporting services for drinking water sample collections including site visits, Weekly lab services for water analysis samples of Total Coliform Rule/Microbial containing a minimum of 3 random samples, Water analysis of Lead and Copper collected bi-annually containing a minimum of 20 random s. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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: Illinois Standard Certifications, Illinois Standard Terms and Conditions. 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: Vienna, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.