potatoes russet a 2" min. 4" max and 8 more items

S & L Produce, Inc. was awarded a small purchase contract by the Vandalia Correctional Center, located in Vandalia, Illinois, for the procurement of fresh produce. The contract, identified as Open Market Small Purchase 26-426DOC-VANDA-P-84389, has a total contract amount of $1,509.15 and covers the period from July 30, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The line items include a variety of produce such as apples (113 count), ripe bananas, cabbage, carrots, onions, russet potatoes (2-4 inches), U.S. #1 tomatoes (5x6 sizing), fresh corn (50-55 count), and pre-cut salad mix.

The procurement is structured as a small business set-aside contract under Illinois state regulations, with delivery specifications requiring transportation to the correctional center's warehouse receiving dock. Delivery windows are limited to Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., excluding state holidays. The contract is funded through the state's fiscal year 2026 budget and follows specific quality standards, including USDA guidelines and grade specifications for the produce items. The contract represents a targeted procurement approach for supplying fresh produce to the Vandalia Correctional Center.