Fresh Produce Del 6/22

The State of Illinois, through Big Muddy River Correctional Center located in Ina, Illinois, awarded a small purchase contract to Cusumano & Sons Inc., a vendor based in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, for the procurement of fresh produce. The contract, issued under Open Market Small Purchase authority with contract number 26-426DOC-MUDDY-P-98252, carries a total value of $4,211.00 and was executed on June 15, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2026. Delivery is scheduled for one-time fulfillment to Big Muddy River Correctional Center on a Free on Board (F.O.B.) destination basis, with all transportation and handling costs included by the vendor.

The contract encompasses nine line items of fresh produce commodities including apples, bananas, oranges, vegetables (cabbage, carrots, onions, green peppers), russet potatoes, and pre-tossed salad. Quantities range from single units of bananas to 200 units of onions and green peppers. Unit pricing varies from $0.21 per russet potato to $34.95 per pre-tossed salad unit. Delivery is restricted to weekdays between 7:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., excluding state holidays. The contract is funded through fiscal year 2026 appropriations under Account Code 001-426-52-1300-001, with no subcontractors involved and vendor compliance required with applicable Illinois Executive Orders regarding COVID-19 protections.