How to bid on a gamma calibrator positioning system for Illinois EMA

What Illinois EMA is buying

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency is seeking a linear positioning system for gamma calibrators, including onsite installation and acceptance testing. This is an equipment solicitation, numbered 27-588IEMA-DIVNU-B-54600.

Pricing must include labor, equipment, materials, and travel expenses related to the work. The vendor must provide an itemized cost breakdown if the agency requests one.

Deadline and submission timing

The bid deadline is November 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Submit your response before that time and follow the submission directions in the bid documents.

The solicitation is an IFB, published October 21, 2026. Check the bid documents for the exact submission instructions and any other requirements.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit equipment vendors able to supply a linear positioning system for gamma calibrators and provide onsite installation and acceptance testing.

Vendors should be prepared to include related labor, equipment, materials, and travel in their pricing.

How to access and respond

The full documents and response instructions are on BidBuy, the State of Illinois procurement portal. Viewing the bid detail page and documents is public and does not require sign-in.

Open the bid’s detail page using “View original source.” To quote electronically, register a free vendor account on the portal. Otherwise, follow the submission directions in the bid.

Prepare a clear, complete bid

Review the solicitation documents carefully and confirm that your proposed system addresses the stated need and that you can provide the required onsite installation and acceptance testing.

Build your price from the full cost of the work, including labor, equipment, materials, and travel. Keep supporting cost details organized so you can provide an itemized breakdown if requested.

Check your response against the bid’s instructions before submitting, and allow time to complete the portal steps or other required submission process before the deadline.