CView Hosting and Maintenance with Sole Source Conditions

Background
The contract is issued by the State of Illinois, which aims to ensure compliance with various legal and regulatory requirements for vendors. The goal is to establish a framework for the provision of services while ensuring that vendors adhere to specific certifications and obligations as outlined in the Illinois Procurement Code.

Work Details
The vendor must comply with Standard Illinois Certifications throughout the term of the contract and any renewals. This includes certifying compliance annually and reporting any changes affecting eligibility for contract awards. The vendor must also ensure that subcontractors comply with these certifications.

Key requirements include:
- Maintaining books and records for audit purposes
- Providing a drug-free workplace if applicable
- Ensuring no involvement in international boycotts
- Complying with equal employment opportunity laws
- Adhering to environmental regulations.

All work performed under this contract shall be considered work for hire, granting sole ownership of all work products to the State of Illinois.

Period of Performance
The duration of the contract includes provisions for annual certification and ongoing compliance throughout the term and any renewals.

Place of Performance
The geographic location for performance is implied to be within the State of Illinois.

Bidder Requirements
Vendors must be legally constituted entities authorized to conduct business in Illinois. They must not have been convicted of certain felonies or engaged in bribery. Vendors are required to maintain appropriate insurance coverage, including general liability and worker's compensation. Compliance with federal and state laws is mandatory, including tax obligations. Vendors must also ensure that no foreign-made products are produced by forced or child labor.