Illinois Department of Human Services - DMH 26 AMHC IFB Precut Keys and pre-pining - 26-444DHS-PROCU-B-52431 (2026)
Illinois Department of Human Services | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- May 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Muhammad Nazar
- (618) 474-3232
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is seeking a vendor to provide labor and brand name materials necessary to provide and install a keying system for the newly renovated facility at the Alton Mental Health Center (AMHC) located at 4500 College Ave, Alton, Illinois 62002. This procurement is for small business set-aside program vendors only. Required items include 1,950 BEST E Series six-pin interchangeable cores, 2,200 pre-cut keys, installation and testing, key rings, coordination, and a restricted keyway system. Submission deadline is May 22, 2026. Bids must be submitted electronically through BidBuy.
Provide 1, 950 quantity of BEST “E” Series six-pin interchangeable cores (IC); Provide 2, 200 BEST “E” Series pre-cut keys corresponding to the installed cores; Provide 350 key rings, Sized 1-5/8” diameter
Lowest overall total price, responsibility and responsiveness
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Summary
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is seeking a vendor to provide labor and brand name materials necessary to provide and install a keying system for the newly renovated facility at the Alton Mental Health Center (AMHC) located at 4500 College Ave, Alton, Illinois 62002.
This procurement is for small business set-aside program vendors only. Required items include 1,950 BEST E Series six-pin interchangeable cores, 2,200 pre-cut keys, installation and testing, key rings, coordination, and a restricted keyway system. Submission deadline is May 22, 2026. Bids must be submitted electronically through BidBuy.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest overall total price, responsibility and responsiveness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Provide 1, 950 quantity of BEST “E” Series six-pin interchangeable cores (IC)
- Provide 2, 200 BEST “E” Series pre-cut keys corresponding to the installed cores
- Provide 350 key rings, Sized 1-5/8” diameter
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
- Alton, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Department of Human Services
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid 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 May 22, 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 Muhammad Nazar.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Muhammad Nazar at (618) 474-3232. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Provide 1, 950 quantity of BEST “E” Series six-pin interchangeable cores (IC); Provide 2, 200 BEST “E” Series pre-cut keys corresponding to the installed cores; Provide 350 key rings, Sized 1-5/8” diameter. 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: "Lowest overall total price, responsibility and responsiveness" 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?
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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 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: Alton, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.