Produce Delivery 10/13/2026

Ron's Produce Co., Inc. was awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract by the Illinois River Correctional Center (ILRIVERCC426) in Illinois on October 8, 2026, with a contract value of $7,303.00 and a completion date of June 30, 2027. The contract number is 27-426DOC-ILRIV-P-103412. The prime contractor will supply fresh produce items to support the correctional facility's food service operations, including bananas, celery, apples, carrots, lettuce, potatoes (both Idaho and red varieties), and cabbage. All produce items are required to be delivered in refrigerated and regulated trucks to maintain product quality and food safety standards.

The contract encompasses nine line items with quantities ranging from single units to 1,000 units, depending on the specific produce type and packaging specifications. Notable deliverables include 30 cases of turning bananas at $30.00 each, 100 cases of individually wrapped celery stalks at $0.95 per case, 70 units of apples at $39.50 per unit, and bulk quantities of potatoes and carrots at per-unit prices ranging from $0.49 to $0.75. The performance of work is anticipated to occur at the Illinois River Correctional Center facility. Standard Illinois State procurement terms and conditions apply, including compliance with the State Prompt Payment Act, maintenance of required insurance coverage, and a twelve-month warranty period for supplies.