Illinois State Police DAT-Police Canines Bid 27-493ISP-FOREN-B-53948
Choate Mental Health & Development Ctr, Anna, IL·Public Hospital
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- Reported Agency
- Illinois State Police
- Primary Contact
- Amanda Olinger · (217) 786-0310
- Scope Location
- Springfield, IL
SUMMARY
The Illinois State Police (ISP) is soliciting bids for the procurement of two explosive detection canines and associated training services under solicitation 27-493ISP-FOREN-B-53948. The scope includes the purchase of two full-service police canines (NIGP 680-33) and specialized detection handling training. The ISP aims to maintain its current number of teams as canines retire or are taken out of service. Bids must be submitted electronically via the BidBuy portal by the opening date of September 10, 2026. The procurement is managed by the ISP Academy in Springfield, IL, and is designated as a small purchase open market bid.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
standard-terms-and-conditions-v.23.2-60.pdf, Explosive Detection Canine Contract-1.docx, Required Quote Attachments
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from Choate Mental Health & Development Ctr?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Amanda Olinger.
Where can I find more RFPs from Choate Mental Health & Development Ctr?
All active and historical solicitations from Choate Mental Health & Development Ctr are tracked and searchable. As a public hospital agency, Choate Mental Health & Development Ctr regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: standard-terms-and-conditions-v.23.2-60.pdf, Explosive Detection Canine Contract-1.docx, Required Quote Attachments. Review the full document from Choate Mental Health & Development Ctr for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Choate Mental Health & Development Ctr 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 Amanda Olinger at (217) 786-0310. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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.
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