Upper Looper, chain stitch looper

The State of Illinois awarded a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) to Universal Sewing Supply for the procurement of sewing machine replacement parts for Menard Correctional Center. The contract, designated as Open Market Small Purchase 27-426DOC-MENAR-P-100305, was executed on August 4, 2026, with a total contract value of $194.44. The period of performance extends through June 30, 2027. Universal Sewing Supply, located in St. Louis, Missouri, is responsible for delivery to Menard Correctional Center's warehouse receiving dock in Menard, Illinois, with all transportation and handling costs included in the quoted price under Free on Board (F.O.B.) Destination terms.

The specific deliverables consist of eight sewing machine components: four Upper Loopers (Brother #S20626001) at a unit price of $17.35 per each, totaling $69.40, and four Chain Stitch Loopers (Brother #S20653001) at a unit price of $31.26 per each, totaling $125.04. Delivery must occur during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., excluding state holidays) by the contract completion date of June 30, 2027. The procurement was funded through State of Illinois appropriations for Fiscal Year 2027 and processed as a one-time purchase with no subcontractors involved.