IDOC- Fruit and Produce 9/15/2025

Ron's Produce Co., Inc. has been awarded a contract by the Illinois Department of Corrections, specifically for the East Moline Correctional Center, to provide fresh produce for institutional food service. The contract, identified as Open Market Small Purchase 26-426DOC-EMOLI-P-86287, has a total value of $2,223.00 and covers the period from September 11, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The procurement encompasses seven specific produce items, including cole slaw cabbage (U.S. #1 grade, 2lb minimum), salad mix, Gala apples (U.S. #1, 113 count), Valencia oranges, northern yellow onions (3" minimum), Russet potatoes (100 count), and bananas.

Delivery specifications mandate that all produce items be delivered to the East Moline Correctional Center's warehouse receiving dock on Tuesdays, specifically September 15th or 16th, 2025. Deliveries are permitted Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., excluding state holidays. The contract requires F.O.B. destination pricing, with all transportation and handling costs to be covered by the vendor. Each produce item must meet specific quality standards, including grade designations and size requirements, ensuring consistent and high-quality food service for the correctional facility.