Opportunity

Illinois BidBuy #27-426DOC-PONTI-B-54020

Rental of 53-Foot Refrigerated Trailer Units (Reefer Units) for Pontiac Correctional Center

Posted

September 14, 2026

Respond By

September 22, 2026

Identifier

27-426DOC-PONTI-B-54020

NAICS

532411

The Illinois Department of Corrections, Pontiac Correctional Center, is seeking to rent commercial-grade 53-foot refrigerated trailer units (reefer units) for up to 12 months. - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Corrections, Pontiac Correctional Center - Products/Services Requested: - Rental of 53-foot refrigerated trailer units (reefer units) - Must support continuous 24-hour operation - Temperature range: -10°F to 40°F - Capacity: up to 60 pallets - Services include: - Delivery and pickup - Preventive maintenance (per manufacturer recommendations, not exceeding 3,000 operating hours) - Emergency repair and replacement (maximum 5-hour response time) - Trained personnel for service and support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - No guaranteed minimum rental quantity or duration - Firm pricing for the contract term - Vendor must comply with facility security protocols - Emergency service response required within 5 hours - OEMs/Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brands are mandated; any commercial manufacturer of 53-foot reefer trailers meeting the specifications may qualify

Description

The solicitation is for the rental of a standard 53 ft reefer (refrigeration) trailer unit on a monthly basis for up to twelve months on an as-needed basis with no guarantee of rental. The reefer unit is intended for temporary refrigerated and/or frozen food storage at Pontiac Correctional Center and must be capable of maintaining freezer temperatures below 0 degrees F. The rental includes all equipment necessary for normal operation, routine maintenance, repair services, and emergency support. Delivery and pickup charges, including fuel surcharges, are also part of the procurement.

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