Fresh prodce - for delivery 6/3/26

The State of Illinois Department of Corrections awarded a small purchase contract to Cusumano & Sons Inc., a fresh produce vendor located in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, for the delivery of produce items to Pinckneyville Correctional Center. The contract, valued at $6,980.55, was executed on May 28, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2026. Performance of delivery services occurred at Pinckneyville Correctional Center, with the vendor responsible for F.O.B. destination delivery during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., excluding state holidays), with all transportation and handling costs included.

The contract covers fresh produce procurement including apples (116 units), pears (44 units), oranges (2 units), cabbage (900 units), pre-tossed salad in 20-pound cases (30 units), onions (50 units), carrots (10 units), celery (10 units), green bell peppers (10 units), red potatoes (2 units), and bananas (2 units). The procurement was classified as a one-time purchase under the Open Market Small Purchase method utilizing fiscal year 2026 funds and Illinois Procurement Gateway certifications, with unit pricing ranging from $0.25 to $33.50 per item depending on product and quantity ordered.