Illinois Secretary of State - Travel Exhibit Kit - Request for Quote - 26-350SOS-SOS35-B-50976 (2026)
Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Feb 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chelsie Norris-Martin
- (000) 000-0000
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Secretary of State is seeking bids for a Travel Exhibit Kit for the Illinois State Archives under solicitation number 26-350SOS-SOS35-B-50976. Required supplies include 12 panels measuring 38.75 x 38.75 inches, 6 panels measuring 19.5 x 38.75 inches, a flight case with foam-cushioned interior, adjustable feet, and Class A fire-rated vinyl finish on both sides. The submission deadline is February 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Award will be given to the vendor with the lowest responsive and responsible bid by total cost.
12 – 38.75 x 38.75” panels, 6 – 19.5 x 38.75” panels, Flight case with foam-cushioned interior, Adjustable feet, Travel Exhibit Kit
Lowest price
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Summary
The Illinois Secretary of State is seeking bids for a Travel Exhibit Kit for the Illinois State Archives under solicitation number 26-350SOS-SOS35-B-50976.
Required supplies include 12 panels measuring 38.75 x 38.75 inches, 6 panels measuring 19.5 x 38.75 inches, a flight case with foam-cushioned interior, adjustable feet, and Class A fire-rated vinyl finish on both sides. The submission deadline is February 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Award will be given to the vendor with the lowest responsive and responsible bid by total cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- 12 – 38.75 x 38.75” panels
- 6 – 19.5 x 38.75” panels
- Flight case with foam-cushioned interior
- Adjustable feet
- Travel Exhibit Kit
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Taxpayer Identification Form, Price Proposal
- Submit to
- https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/external/bidDetail.sda?docId=26-350SOS-SOS35-B-50976&external=true&parentUrl=close
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Office of the Secretary of State
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 6, 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/bso/external/bidDetail.sda?docId=26-350SOS-SOS35-B-50976&external=true&parentUrl=close. For questions, contact Chelsie Norris-Martin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | 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 RFQ 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 Chelsie Norris-Martin at (000) 000-0000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 12 – 38.75 x 38.75” panels, 6 – 19.5 x 38.75” panels, Flight case with foam-cushioned interior, Adjustable feet, Travel Exhibit Kit. 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 price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Taxpayer Identification Form, Price Proposal. Review the full document from Illinois Office of the Secretary of State | 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.