Illinois Department of Human Services - DHS IFB Laboratory Services - 26-444DHS-444OC-B-52955 (2026)
Illinois Department of Human Services | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Aug 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Shannon Tribble
- (217) 558-0949
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Department of Human Services, DHS Bureau of Pharmacy and Clinical Support Services, requires clinical laboratory services for 14 Mental Health and Developmental Disability facilities located throughout the State of Illinois. The scope of work involves providing laboratory testing, specimen collection, daily courier services Monday through Friday, reporting, and specialized testing in compliance with CLIA, CAP, OSHA, IDPH, CMS, and TJC standards. The submission deadline is August 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM via BidBuy. A 7% BEP utilization goal applies, and pricing will be evaluated based on the lowest overall total price.
Responsiveness, Responsibility, Lowest overall total price
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Summary
The Illinois Department of Human Services, DHS Bureau of Pharmacy and Clinical Support Services, requires clinical laboratory services for 14 Mental Health and Developmental Disability facilities located throughout the State of Illinois.
The scope of work involves providing laboratory testing, specimen collection, daily courier services Monday through Friday, reporting, and specialized testing in compliance with CLIA, CAP, OSHA, IDPH, CMS, and TJC standards. The submission deadline is August 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM via BidBuy. A 7% BEP utilization goal applies, and pricing will be evaluated based on the lowest overall total price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Responsiveness
- Responsibility
- Lowest overall total price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Vendor Disclosure or IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure
- Offer to the State of Illinois
- Contract
- BEP Utilization Plan
- Vendor Pricing Attachment
- Financial Disclosures
- Illinois Standard Certifications
- BidBuy Purchase Order
- Submit to
- https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Department of Human Services
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/. For questions, contact Shannon Tribble.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Department of Human Services | 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 IFB 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 Shannon Tribble at (217) 558-0949. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Responsiveness, Responsibility, Lowest overall total price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois?
All active and historical solicitations from Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Illinois Department of Human Services | 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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, BEP Utilization Plan, Vendor Pricing Attachment, Financial Disclosures, Illinois Standard Certif. Review the full document from Illinois Department of Human Services | 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.