University of Illinois System
Exemption #9SAI2705
Announcement of an Exempt Purchase
Award Info Published Tuesday September 8, 2026
Barker Castro & Steinback LLCChicago, IL
- Amount: An estimated $501,000
- Terms: An estimated start date of 8/18/2026 through 8/17/2036
- Renewals: None
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The University award process may be delayed as this award goes through a state approval process.
First published Tuesday, September 8, 2026
The University awarded a contract for Legal Services - Anticipated Litigation.
University retains Counsel to represent and serve as attorney for University in connection with anticipated litigation, investigative, or enforcement actions.
This purchase is exempt from the usual selection processes of the Procurement Code because the procurement expenditure is for anticipated litigation, enforcement actions, or investigations. (30 ILCS 500/1-10(b)(7)) Responsible decision maker, Scott Rice, University Counsel. CN-00100648
For instructions on how to obtain a comprehensive purchase description, disclosure or contract forms, contact:
Shelly Iliff
507 E Green St
Suite 501
Champaign, Il 61820
507 E Green St
Suite 501
Champaign, Il 61820
The State of Illinois has a policy to encourage prospective vendors to hire qualified veterans, minorities, females, persons with disabilities and ex-offenders.