IDOC-Lawrence-Compostable Cups

Holzberg Communications, Inc. was awarded a state-level open market small purchase contract by the Lawrence Correctional Center in Illinois on August 13, 2025. The contract, valued at $6,594.50, encompasses the procurement of compostable paper hot cups with polylactic acid (PLA) lining for institutional use. Specifically, the contract includes two line items: 6-ounce and 8-ounce hot cups, each supplied in 1,000-unit cases.

The contract establishes a performance period from the award date through June 30, 2026, enabling the Lawrence Correctional Center to obtain sustainable, disposable beverage containers. The government file indicates the contract covers standard purchasing terms and conditions, with unit pricing determined for each cup size. The procurement appears focused on supplying environmentally conscious single-use food service materials for the correctional facility, with a total documented contract value that suggests a targeted, modest procurement approach typical of state-level government purchasing.