IDOC-MEN Produce Order 11/26/2025 DLT

Cusumano & Sons Inc has been awarded a small purchase contract by the Menard Correctional Center in Illinois for the procurement of various fresh produce items. The contract, identified as 26-426DOC-MENAR-P-89388, has a total value of $8,282.90 and covers the period from November 25, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The awarded contract encompasses nine line items of agricultural products, including apples, carrots, cabbage, potatoes, bananas, pears, pre-cut lettuce, oranges, and onions, all specified with precise quality and packaging requirements.

The produce contract appears to be structured for institutional food service, with each item meeting specific U.S. grade standards and packaged in standardized quantities such as 100-count containers, 50-pound bags, or 40-pound cartons. The line items specify quality parameters like U.S. #1 grade, minimum size specifications, and color characteristics, indicating a detailed procurement approach typical of correctional facility food service purchasing. The contract is issued by the Illinois Department of Corrections, specifically through the Menard Correctional Center, and will supply a range of fresh produce to support the facility's dietary needs.