Emegency Notice: Agr-Ep-Cannabis-Ahw-13 Mavericks
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Agr - Agriculture
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26-406AGR-ADMIN-B-52621
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The Illinois Department of Agriculture has issued an emergency procurement notice under the title "EMERGENCY NOTICE: AGR-EP-CANNABIS-AHW-13 Mavericks." This notice pertains to the immediate acquisition of thirteen (13) Ford Maverick vehicles, intended for use by department inspectors who are required to travel extensively throughout the State of Illinois. The procurement is being conducted utilizing the Emergency Quick Purchase Method, as authorized by Section 20-30(d) of the Illinois Procurement Code. This method allows for expedited purchasing in situations where market conditions—such as limited-time availability and discounted pricing—necessitate swift action to ensure the state receives optimal value and maintains operational continuity.
The primary objective of this procurement is to equip inspectors with reliable transportation, thereby supporting the Department of Agriculture’s ongoing inspection and regulatory activities across Illinois. The vehicles must be sourced from the spot market or at a discounted rate, reflecting the urgency and business rationale behind the quick purchase. The scope of the procurement is strictly limited to the acquisition of these thirteen Ford Mavericks, with the expectation that they will be delivered promptly to facilitate immediate deployment.
The contracting entity for this procurement is the Illinois Department of Agriculture, a state-level organization. The place of performance is within the State of Illinois, and all activities related to this contract will be conducted in accordance with state regulations and procurement codes. The notice is classified as an emergency procurement, and as such, it may not follow standard competitive bidding procedures. There are no explicit set-aside requirements or special considerations mentioned in the notice, nor are there details regarding classification codes or specific contact information beyond the department’s identification.
Interested parties can access further details and submit responses via the official Illinois BidBuy portal, using the provided procurement identifier (26-406AGR-ADMIN-B-52621). The notice was posted on February 6, 2026, with a response deadline of August 29, 2026. Contractors evaluating this opportunity should note the urgency and limited timeframe, as well as the requirement for immediate availability and competitive pricing of the specified vehicles.
This procurement represents a time-sensitive opportunity for vendors capable of supplying Ford Mavericks in accordance with the Department of Agriculture’s needs and the emergency procurement guidelines established by Illinois state law.