Opportunity
Illinois BidBuy #26-426DOC-VANDA-B-52059
Cable/Satellite Television Programming Services for Vandalia Correctional Center
Posted
May 05, 2026
Respond By
June 04, 2026
Identifier
26-426DOC-VANDA-B-52059
NAICS
515210
This solicitation seeks cable/satellite television programming services for the Vandalia Correctional Center under the Illinois Department of Corrections. - Government Buyer: - Vandalia Correctional Center (Illinois Department of Corrections) - Products/Services Requested: - Cable/satellite television programming services for approximately 750 units per month (9,000 units per year) - Services must include: - Staff-controlled programming for institutional information dissemination to housing dorms - Inmate-selectable programming for individuals in custody - All labor, materials, parts, service, training, and equipment upgrades to maintain a constant television signal - Contract duration is four years, with monthly invoicing on a per-unit basis - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Provision of both staff-controlled and inmate-selectable television services - Ongoing equipment upgrades and staff training required - Vendor responsible for all necessary materials and service to ensure uninterrupted service
Description
This solicitation is for the supply of cable/satellite television programming at Vandalia Correctional Center. The vendor must provide labor, materials, service of parts, training, and equipment upgrades to ensure a constant signal throughout the facility. Two services are required: one controlled by facility staff for institutional information dissemination, and another allowing individuals in custody to select their own programming. The contract spans four years, with approximately 750 units per month, invoiced monthly on a per unit basis.