Automated Material Handling System

The Champaign County Library or local government authority in Urbana, Illinois is seeking an automated material handling system to support a more efficient, streamlined circulation workflow. The agency requires assistance with the installation of the new system, along with comprehensive training and ongoing support services. Ongoing support must cover break-fix issues, software updates, and routine maintenance. The requested system must feature a high-speed, RFID-enabled sorter capable of sorting materials by format and destination. The agency requires a modular design that allows for rearrangement as needed, alongside a conveyor system capable of transporting all material types. The system must also include patron and staff-facing inductions, multiple bins or totes, and multiple sorting profiles that staff can easily switch between to meet different sorting needs. Only onshore organizations based in the United States are eligible to bid on this opportunity. The selected contractor must perform all installation, training, and physical work onsite in Urbana, Illinois. Bidders may submit their proposals digitally via email or through the designated online portal. The agency is looking for budget proposals to determine the cost of the project. Bidders must submit all questions regarding this opportunity no later than July 6, 2026.