Bananas, 6" minimum turning - 40 lb box and 8 more items

Ron's Produce Co., Inc. (Vendor ID V00002236) was awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract by Hill Correctional Center (HILLCC426) in Illinois on August 17, 2026, for delivery by August 31, 2026. The contract value is $6,542.00 and encompasses the procurement of fresh produce for institutional consumption. The prime contractor will deliver a variety of fruits and vegetables including bananas (20 units at $29.90 each), oranges (30 cases at $42.50 each), apples (30 cases at $43.50 each), and baker potatoes (65 bags at $32.50 each). The contract also includes secondary produce items such as cabbage, celery, yellow onions, cucumbers, baby carrots, and additional produce items specified in the line items.

The procurement demonstrates typical correctional facility food service requirements, with bulk quantities of shelf-stable and fresh produce intended to support institutional meal preparation. The contract duration of approximately two weeks reflects the perishable nature of the goods and the small purchase threshold classification. Performance will take place at Hill Correctional Center in Illinois, with all deliveries required to be completed by August 31, 2026. This award represents routine commodity procurement within the Illinois Department of Corrections supply chain for institutional food operations.