IDOC-Produce Delivery

Cusumano & Sons Inc was awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract by the Centralia Correctional Center in Illinois, with a total contract value of $1,849.10. The contract period runs from November 21, 2025, to June 30, 2026, covering the procurement of various fresh produce items for the correctional facility. The line items include a diverse range of agricultural products such as apples (113-count layer pack), bananas (100-count), celery, fresh onions, green peppers, red/white potatoes (100# bag), baby carrots, iceberg lettuce, whole carrots, and green cabbage.

The contract includes specific delivery instructions, with most line items marked as "3PS - Sent," indicating a standardized procurement process. A notable provision exists for the lettuce line item, which acknowledges potential supply chain challenges and allows for coordination with the Centralia Correctional Center to identify an approved equivalent if standard lettuce procurement proves difficult. The contract demonstrates a typical state-level food procurement approach for an institutional setting, focusing on ensuring a consistent supply of fresh produce for the correctional facility's nutritional needs.