LIN IDOC Weekly Produce 08Sept26

Ron's Produce Co., Inc. has been awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract by Lincoln Correctional Center, a facility operated by the Illinois Department of Corrections located in Lincoln, Illinois. The contract, valued at $1,946.75, covers the supply of fresh produce and fruits for institutional food service operations. The award was executed on September 4, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2027. Performance of services involves delivery to the facility's warehouse receiving dock on designated days by noon, with all pricing quoted on a per-unit basis inclusive of transportation and handling on a Free on Board destination basis.

The contract encompasses seven line items of fresh commodities, including carrots (both standard 50-pound bags and baby carrots in one-pound bags), celery, bell peppers, potatoes, apples, and bananas. Pricing ranges from $0.49 per unit for potatoes to $49.50 per unit for baby carrots, with quantities specified for each item type. The vendor is responsible for maintaining appropriate insurance coverage, including General Commercial Liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence, Auto Liability insurance of $1,000,000, and Workers' Compensation Insurance as required by Illinois law. Payment is due upon receipt of invoices and is subject to the State Prompt Payment Act.