Opportunity
Illinois BidBuy #27-497DVA-CHICA-B-53202
Emergency Temporary Nursing Staff for Illinois Veterans Home-Chicago
Posted
July 06, 2026
Respond By
July 23, 2026
Identifier
27-497DVA-CHICA-B-53202
NAICS
621399
This emergency procurement seeks temporary nursing staff for the Illinois Veterans Home-Chicago, a 200-bed skilled nursing facility for veterans. - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) - Illinois Veterans Home-Chicago - Services Requested: - 17 Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) - 37.5 hours per week per nurse - Hourly rate: $64.95 - Total estimated hours: 8,287.5 over 13 weeks - 25 Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) - 37.5 hours per week per assistant - Hourly rate: $44.00 - Total estimated hours: 12,187.5 over 13 weeks - Location: 4250 North Oak Park Avenue, Chicago, IL - NIGP Code: 948-64 (Nursing Services) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified providers - No small business or BEP/VBP participation goals - Notable Requirements: - Emergency procurement for immediate staffing needs - Services must be provided for approximately 13 weeks - All staff must be qualified and able to work in a long-term care environment for veterans
Description
This solicitation is for temporary nursing staff at the Illinois Veterans Home in Chicago, a 200-bed long-term skilled nursing facility serving veterans. The contract requires providing Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) for approximately 13 weeks. The LPNs are to work 37.5 hours per week at $64.95 per hour, and the CNAs are to work 37.5 hours per week at $44 per hour. The facility is located at 4250 N. Oak Park Ave., Chicago, IL 60634.